# 3. Linear Regression## Learning Objectives- Perform linear regression with a **single predictor variable.**- Estimate the **standard error** of regression coefficients.- Evaluate the **goodness of fit** of a regression.- Perform linear regression with **multiple predictor variables.**- Evaluate the **relative importance of variables** in a multiple linear regression.- Include **interaction effects** in a multiple linear regression.- Perform linear regression with **qualitative predictor variables.**- Model **non-linear relationships** using polynomial regression.- Identify **non-linearity** in a data set.- Compare and contrast linear regression with **KNN regression.**