What is the Correct Translation for Regression Rule in Mathematics?

In summary, the term "regression rule" does not have a direct translation from Hebrew to English. However, based on the context of a series being defined for every natural n by the regression rule, it is likely referring to a "recurrence relation" in mathematics. This is different from "regression," which is a statistical concept of calculating a best line through plotted data points. "Recursion" is also a related term in mathematics, but it is more commonly used in computer science. Overall, the term "recurrence relation" is the most accurate translation for the Hebrew term in this context.
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Trying to translate a mathematical term from Hebrew to English ("regression rule")

If I translate it word by word in Hebrew, it's the "regression rule"


Such as,

I am told that "a series is defined for every natural n by the regression rule"

http://img806.imageshack.us/img806/5662/regrule.jpg

But the "regression rule" doesn't show up when I'm googling. Does anyone know what it could be?
 
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Yes, makes sense. I think that's it :) Thank you Char. Limit!
 
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Yes your forumula describes recursion.

regression is a different animal, used in statistics. That refers to a calculated best line through plotted data points, according to some specified criteria eg linear regression.

http://people.hofstra.edu/Stefan_Waner/calctopic1/regression.html

go well
 
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The name used in math is "recurrence relation". http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recurrence_relation

"Recursion" is more of a computer science term for the process of calculating something, compared with the definition of something by equations.
 
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AlephZero said:
The name used in math is "recurrence relation". http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recurrence_relation

"Recursion" is more of a computer science term for the process of calculating something, compared with the definition of something by equations.

I beg to differ: I think the term recursion is very much a mathematical term. I think the sentences "Define X recursively" and "Define X by recursion" are the same. In my set theory class, we also talked about things like the Transfinite Recursion Theorem.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transfinite_induction#Transfinite_recursion

This also shows lots of instances of the word recursion being used in math: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Recursion#Recursion_in_mathematics
 
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OK, I take your point about recursion in math, but the answer to the OP's question is still a "recurrence relation".

If you think "recursion" and "recurrence relation" are identical, show me reference to the Transfinite Recurrence Relation Theorem :smile:
 
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I think we should stop splitting hairs here.

The OP needs to know about the difference between recurrence and regression not a series of variations on a recursive theme.
 
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Studiot said:
I think we should stop splitting hairs here.

The OP needs to know about the difference between recurrence and regression not a series of variations on a recursive theme.
:smile: You crack me up, with this double entendre (re:music composition).
 
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FAQ: What is the Correct Translation for Regression Rule in Mathematics?

What does "regression rule" mean in Hebrew?

The Hebrew translation for "regression rule" is כלל החזרה (Klal Hahazara).

Are there any variations in the translation of "regression rule" in Hebrew?

Yes, in addition to כלל החזרה, other variations for "regression rule" in Hebrew include חוק החזרה (Hok Hahazara) and כלל הפניה (Klal Hapnia).

What does "regression" mean in mathematics?

Regression is a statistical method used to analyze the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables. It is commonly used to predict the value of the dependent variable based on the values of the independent variables.

What is the purpose of a regression rule?

A regression rule is used to define the relationship between the dependent and independent variables in a regression model. It helps to determine the best fit for the data and make predictions based on this relationship.

How is a regression rule calculated and applied in mathematics?

The calculation of a regression rule involves finding the equation of the line that best fits the data points on a scatter plot. This equation is then used to make predictions for the dependent variable based on the values of the independent variable. The accuracy of the predictions can be measured using various statistical metrics such as R-squared and mean squared error.

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