l Chapter 15-Key concep Regression analysis generates a best-fit equation that can be used in predicting the values of the dependent variable as a function of the independent variable o 2002 The Wadsworth GroupChapter 15 - Key Concept Regression analysis generates a “best-fit” mathematical equation that can be used in predicting the values of the dependent variable as a function of the independent variable. © 2002 The Wadsworth Group