Introduction

In the previous chapter, we looked at various techniques to do with probability theory and hypothesis testing, which are often applied in data analysis. In this chapter, we will extend our knowledge by introducing mathematical models that are suitable for both data analysis and predictions. In this way, we will obtain the fundamental tools for deriving explanatory models and provide a generic framework for identifying causalities and effects when performing data analysis.

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In this chapter, we will analyze...