5R – Polynomial Regression

Polynomial Regression using BMDP Statistical Software Program 5R

A polynomial in one independent variable is fit to a dependent variable using least squares. Orthogonal polynomials are used during computations.

• Regression using orthogonal polynomials
• User-specified polynomial degree
• Goodness-of-fit statistics, plots
• Table of predicted values and residuals at the specified polynomial degree
• View Program BMDP Program 5R Manual Chapter