Students often struggle with understanding the conceptual foundation—why we use regression and what the coefficients actually mean—rather than just memorizing formulas. Other common pain points include interpreting R-squared and p-values, identifying when regression assumptions are violated, choosing the right type of regression model for a dataset, and troubleshooting issues like multicollinearity or heteroscedasticity. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps clarify these concepts and builds confidence in model selection and interpretation.

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