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📘 Exam Notes: Part 1 – Single-Equation

Regression Models (Chapters 1–9)

🔷 Chapter 1: The Nature of Regression Analysis

1.1 Historical Background of Regression

The concept of regression has its origins in the 19th century with the work of Sir Francis Galton, who
studied the relationship between the heights of parents and their children. He observed that while tall
parents tended to have tall children and short parents tended to have short children, the children’s heights
tended to regress toward the mean of the population, meaning they were less extreme than their parents.
This phenomenon was termed “regression toward mediocrity” and eventually evolved into the more general
concept of regression analysis. Over the decades, regression analysis developed into a key statistical
technique used in economics, social sciences, biology, and more.

1.2 The Modern Interpretation of Regression

In modern econometrics, regression refers to the statistical technique that models and analyzes the
relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables. Specifically, it helps us
understand how the typical value of the dependent variable changes when any one of the independent
variables is varied, holding the others constant.

Regression models can be used for: - Estimating parameters of economic theories. - Testing hypotheses. -
Making predictions and forecasts.

1.3 Statistical vs. Deterministic Relationships

Deterministic relationships are those in which the dependent variable is exactly determined by the
independent variables, such as in physical sciences (e.g., Newton’s laws). In contrast, statistical relationships
acknowledge randomness, recognizing that even if we know the independent variables perfectly, the
dependent variable is influenced by other unobservable factors captured in a random error term.

1.4 Regression and Causation

A critical distinction is that correlation does not imply causation. A significant regression coefficient
indicates an association but does not confirm a causal relationship without careful consideration of the
context, model specification, and underlying assumptions.

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1.5 Regression and Correlation

While correlation simply measures the degree to which two variables move together (ranging between -1
and +1), regression goes further to specify a functional relationship between them and allows for
prediction.

1.6 Types and Sources of Data

Regression analysis requires good quality data, which can be categorized as: - Cross-sectional data:
Observations at a single point in time across individuals, firms, regions, etc. - Time series data:
Observations over time for a single entity. - Panel data: Combines cross-sectional and time series data.

Data sources include surveys, censuses, administrative records, and secondary datasets. Ensuring the
accuracy, relevance, and consistency of data is crucial.

1.7 Summary and Implications

Understanding the nature of regression analysis lays the foundation for econometric modeling. Analysts
must be aware of the assumptions underlying regression models and cautious in interpreting results.

🔷 Chapter 2: Two-Variable Regression – Basic Ideas

2.1 Hypothetical Example

Imagine analyzing how income influences consumption. Economic theory suggests that as income
increases, consumption also increases, but not necessarily at a one-to-one rate. This suggests a positive but
possibly less-than-proportional relationship.

2.2 Population Regression Function (PRF)

The PRF represents the theoretical relationship between a dependent variable Y and an independent
variable X in the population:

Y = β1 + β2 X + u

where: - β1 : intercept. - β2 : slope (marginal effect of X on Y). - u : random disturbance term capturing
unobserved influences.

2.3 Linearity

Linearity in regression refers to being linear in parameters (not necessarily in variables). That is, the model
should be expressible as a linear combination of parameters to use OLS estimation effectively.

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2.4 Stochastic Error Term

Why include u ? Because real-world data exhibit randomness due to measurement errors, omitted
variables, and pure chance. The error term absorbs these unexplained factors.

2.5 Sample Regression Function (SRF)

Since population parameters β1 and β2 are unknown, we estimate them from a sample, obtaining b1 and
b2 . The estimated equation becomes:

Y^ = b1 + b2 X

2.6 Graphical Illustration

Plotting the data points shows a scatter of points around a straight line. The SRF represents the “best fit”
line through the data.

2.7 Summary

Chapter 2 emphasizes the need to distinguish between the true relationship (PRF) and the estimated
relationship (SRF) while acknowledging inherent randomness.

🔷 Chapter 3: Two-Variable Regression – Estimation

3.1 Ordinary Least Squares (OLS)

OLS is the most widely used method of estimating regression parameters. It minimizes the sum of squared
residuals:

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min ∑i=1 u2i

OLS provides closed-form solutions for b1 and b2 based on sample data.

3.2 Assumptions of the Classical Linear Regression Model (CLRM)

OLS is optimal only if certain assumptions hold: 1. Linearity in parameters. 2. Random sampling. 3. No
perfect multicollinearity. 4. Zero mean of u . 5. Homoscedasticity: constant variance of u . 6. No
autocorrelation. 7. Normality of u (needed for inference).

3.3 Properties of OLS

According to the Gauss–Markov theorem, under assumptions 1–6, OLS estimators are: - Linear: weighted
sum of Y . - Unbiased: expected value equals true parameter. - Efficient: minimum variance among all
linear unbiased estimators.

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These are called BLUE (Best Linear Unbiased Estimators).

3.4 Goodness of Fit

R2 measures the proportion of variation in Y explained by X . An R2 of 0.8 means 80% of the variability in
Y is explained by the model.

3.5 Numerical Example and Monte Carlo Experiments

Worked-out examples and simulations help understand the finite-sample performance of OLS.

3.6 Summary

OLS is preferred for its simplicity and optimality under CLRM assumptions.

🔷 Chapter 4: Classical Normal Linear Regression Model (CNLRM)

4.1 Normality Assumption

For valid hypothesis testing, it is assumed that disturbances u are normally distributed with mean zero and
constant variance.

4.2 Why Normality?

While OLS remains BLUE without normality, normality ensures that OLS estimators are themselves normally
distributed, enabling t-tests and F-tests.

4.3 Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE)

MLE can also estimate regression parameters and is equivalent to OLS when normality holds.

4.4 Summary

The CNLRM extends CLRM by adding the normality assumption, making it possible to conduct rigorous
statistical inference.

🔷 Chapter 5: Interval Estimation and Hypothesis Testing

5.1 Confidence Intervals

Instead of just point estimates, confidence intervals give a range within which the true parameter lies with a
specified probability (e.g., 95%).

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5.2 Hypothesis Testing

• Null hypothesis (H0): e.g., β2 =0.

• Alternative hypothesis (H1): e.g., β2 0. =

We compute a test statistic and compare it to critical values or p-values to decide whether to reject H0.

5.3 Tests for Regression Coefficients

• t-test: tests significance of individual coefficients.

• F-test: tests joint significance of multiple coefficients.

5.4 Prediction

Regression can predict both the mean and individual values of Y for given X , with prediction intervals
reflecting uncertainty.

5.5 Summary

Understanding how to test hypotheses about coefficients and report results is a cornerstone of
econometric practice.

🔷 Chapter 6: Extensions of the Two-Variable Linear Regression

Model

6.1 Regression through the Origin

When theory dictates no intercept (e.g., when X = 0 implies Y = 0 ), the model is estimated through the
origin.

6.2 Scaling and Standardization

Changing the units of measurement affects the scale of coefficients but not their significance. Standardizing
variables (mean=0, SD=1) aids interpretation.

6.3 Functional Forms

Alternative specifications include: - Log-linear: ln Y = β1 + β2 X - Lin-log: Y = β1 + β2 ln X - Log-log:

ln Y = β1 + β2 ln X

These forms are useful for estimating elasticities and growth rates.

6.4 Summary

Model specification should be guided by economic theory, data properties, and interpretability.

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🔷 Chapter 7: Multiple Regression Analysis – Estimation

7.1 Extending to Multiple Regressors

The general model:

Y = β1 + β2 X2 + β3 X3 + ⋯ + u

Each coefficient βj measures the partial effect of Xj on Y , holding all other variables constant.

7.2 Partial Regression Coefficients

Interpretation becomes more nuanced. Multicollinearity can inflate variances of estimators.

7.3 Adjusted R2

Adding more variables always increases R2 , but adjusted R2 accounts for degrees of freedom and can
decrease if irrelevant variables are added.

7.4 Functional Forms

Polynomial and Cobb–Douglas models extend flexibility.

7.5 Summary

Multiple regression controls for confounders and captures complex relationships, but care must be taken to
avoid overfitting and multicollinearity.

🔷 Chapter 8: Multiple Regression Analysis – Inference

8.1 Hypothesis Testing

• t-tests for individual coefficients.

• F-tests for joint hypotheses.
• Testing linear restrictions and model stability (e.g., Chow Test).

8.2 Prediction

Predictions from multiple regression account for more explanatory factors but still come with uncertainty.

8.3 Summary

Inference in multiple regression extends the concepts from two-variable models to higher dimensions,
providing richer insights.

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🔷 Chapter 9: Dummy Variable Regression Models

9.1 Nature of Dummy Variables

Dummy variables capture categorical factors by coding them as 0/1. For example, gender, region, or
seasonal effects.

9.2 Applications

• ANOVA and ANCOVA.

• Interaction effects.
• Seasonal adjustments.
• Structural change testing.

9.3 Technical Notes

When including dummy variables, avoid the dummy variable trap (perfect multicollinearity) by omitting one
category as a reference group.

9.4 Summary

Dummy variables greatly expand the applicability of regression analysis, making it versatile for qualitative
data.

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