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Response Variable
The outcome a model tries to explain or predict.
Definition
Response variable is the dependent variable such as sales or units.
How to Calculate
Specify the response in your model and choose drivers.
Why it Matters
Clarifies model purpose and evaluation.
Key Advantages
Supports consistent metrics.
Example
Weekly unit sales as the response.
Use it to
Identify the outcome being measured in a model such as units, dollars, or share. Interpret model results only with correct understanding of what the response variable represents.
