Statistical Methods for Data Science
A covariate is a variable that is possibly predictive of the outcome being studied and is included in a statistical model to control for its potential confounding effects. By adjusting for covariates, researchers can better isolate the relationship between the primary independent variable and the dependent variable, thus enhancing the validity of the analysis. Covariates can be continuous or categorical and play a critical role in refining statistical estimates.
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