What is Multicollinearity in Multiple
Regression?
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What is Multicollinearity?
Multicollinearity occurs when variables are so highly correlated with each other that it is
difficult to come up with reliable estimates of their individual regression
coefficients. When two variables are highly correlated, they are basically
measuring the same phenomenon or construct. In other words, when two variables
are highly correlated, they both convey essentially the same information.
One
way to asses the possibility of multicollinearity among your study variables is
to perform correlations. If a correlation coefficient matrix demonstrates
correlations of .75 or higher among your variables, there may be
multicollinearity. Other statisticians suggest that correlations of .90 or
greater may indicate multicollinearity. If this is unclear, request a free
research consultation today to receive help with evaluating your multiple
regression for multicollinearity.
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