A statistical measure that attempts to determine the strength of the relationship between one dependent variable (usually denoted by Y) and a series of other changing variables (known as independent variables). The relationship is expressed as an equation for a line (regres÷sion÷line) or curve (regres÷sion÷curve) in which any coefficient (regression coefficient) of the independent variable in the equation has been determined from a sample population. A journalàis aàperiodical publicationàintended to further progress ofàscience, usually by reporting newàresearch. Most journals are highly specialized, although some of the oldest journals publish articles, reviews, editorials, short communications, letters, andàscientific papersàacross a wide range of scientific fields. Journals contain articles that peer reviewed, in an attempt to ensure that articles meet the journal's standards of quality, and scientificàvalidity. Each such journal article becomes part of the permanent scientific record.
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