Part III
Working with the Classical Regression Model
Refresh your grasp on the flexibility of the classical linear regression model by checking out the breakdown I provide at www.dummies.com/extras/econometrics.
In this part . . .
Model nonlinear relationships and estimate functions with traditional techniques.
Examine specification issues, determine the best approach for dealing with them when they occur, and strengthen faith in your results.
Discover how to turn qualitative data into quantitative data that you can use as independent (or explanatory) variables.
Estimate the impact of qualitative characteristics on quantitative outcomes.
