Math 302 Final Project Description And Grading 081133

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In the final project, you are given a data set and a regression output. The concept of a data set should be something that you are familiar with because you collected one during Week 1. There are descriptive statistics that go along with said data set, which should also be familiar because you calculated descriptive statistics during Week 2.

The Regression output won’t look familiar to you until Week 7. Once you go through the Lessons and the Discussion Forum, (particularly your second response post) you should be familiar on how to run a Regression and what a Regression output looks like from the ToolPak. By the end of Week 7, you will have all the information needed to write up the Final Project. There is nothing new that you learn in Week 8 needed for the write up of the final project.

The final project is worth 100 points and no calculations are needed. You will write up an Executive Summary on what city you chose to open a second location in and justify the results. Again, no calculations are needed because you will be writing up your own Executive Summary that will then be submitted through Turnitin. From Turnitin, a originality report will be generated. No Turnitin report should exceed 20% of originality because you are writing this up in your own words. If any originality report is over 20%, then further action will be required from your instructor. This can include an automatic failure and 0 for plagiarism. If you have questions on what academic plagiarism is, please contact your instructor.

Grading breakdown:

• Executive Summary – up to 10%
  • Must have a cover page.
• Grammar – up to 10%
  • Spell and grammar check your work. Make sure you have correct punctuation and complete sentences.
• State significant predictors – up to 25%
  • Must state which predictors are significant at predicting Cost of Living and how do you know.
  • Show the comparison to alpha to state your results and conclusion.
  • Do these significant predictors make sense, if you want to relocate?
• Discuss descriptive statistics for the significant predictors – up to 25%
  • From the significant predictors, review the mean, median, min, max, Q1 and Q3 values.
  • What city or cities fall above or below the median and/or the mean?
  • What city or cities are in the upper 3rd quartile? Or the bottom quartile?
  • How do these predictors compare to the baseline of NYC? What cost more or less money than NYC?
• Recommend at least 2 cities to open a second location in – up to 30%
  • You must justify your answer for full credit.
  • You need to use the Significant Predictors AND Descriptive Statistics in your justification.
  • Justification without the use of Significant Predictors WILL NOT get full credit.
  • Justification without the use of Descriptive Statistics WILL NOT get full credit. You need to use both.
  • For example, let’s look back at London. London at 88.33, is 11.67% less expensive than NYC. But that doesn’t mean London is a good place to open a second location once you discuss the significant predictors and how it relates back to each city.
  • Use what you have learned in the course and analyze all the data not just what you see on the surface.
  • You must use the numbers and the output to justify your answers.

Paper For Above instruction

Introduction

Deciding on the optimal city for a second location extension involves a comprehensive analysis of data concerning cost of living and other relevant predictors. In this project, the focus is to utilize a given dataset and regression output to identify significant predictors, on which to base recommendations. The process is guided by statistical analysis, descriptive statistics, and critical interpretation to select cities that align with strategic business objectives while considering cost implications compared to New York City (NYC).

Identifying Significant Predictors

In regression analysis, predictors are considered significant if their p-values are less than the significance level alpha, often set at 0.05. The regression output provides coefficients, standard errors, t-values, and p-values, allowing for the evaluation of each predictor’s significance. For this project, the focus is on predictors that statistically significantly influence the cost of living, which is critical for selecting cost-effective locations.

The significance of predictors directly impacts the decision-making process. For instance, if housing costs or transportation costs are significant predictors with p-values less than 0.05, their influence on total expenses must be carefully considered. A predictor with a p-value higher than 0.05 suggests it is not statistically significant and should not be a major factor in the decision process.

Descriptive Statistics of Significant Predictors

After identifying significant predictors, the next step involves analyzing their descriptive statistics—mean, median, minimum, maximum, Q1, and Q3—to understand the distribution and variation across different cities. For example, if housing cost is a significant predictor with a high median and several cities above this median, these cities likely have higher living costs related to housing. Conversely, cities below the median or in the lower quartiles could potentially offer more economical options.

Furthermore, cities that fall into the upper quartile for significant predictors tend to have higher costs, which could influence the final decision based on budget constraints. Comparing these values to NYC provides a benchmark to identify cities with lower or higher costs overall. For example, a city with a housing cost significantly below NYC could be a candidate for investment if other predictors align favorably.

City Recommendation and Justification

Based on the analysis, at least two cities are recommended for expansion. These selections are justified through the combination of significant predictors and descriptive statistics, which together provide a nuanced understanding of cost dynamics. For instance, if Chicago exhibits significantly lower transportation and housing costs compared to NYC, and these predictors are statistically significant, Chicago could be a strategic choice.

Another potential city could be Houston, provided its descriptive statistics show it remains below average in key significant predictors. The justification is rooted in data-driven insights: specific predictors with significance and their descriptive measures, ensuring that choices are not just surface-level but grounded in thorough analysis.

Conclusion

Effective decision-making for opening new locations relies on the integration of regression outputs with descriptive data analysis. Significant predictors highlight the primary factors influencing cost, while descriptive statistics provide a detailed picture of how selected cities compare to NYC. Combining these tools allows for rational, data-backed recommendations that align with strategic operational and financial goals, minimizing costs and optimizing locations for business growth.

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