Chapter 11: Machine Learning Fundamentals for Health Prediction
Data Science for the Health Sciences · Textbook pages 166–180
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Learning objectives
Build and evaluate supervised prediction models with appropriate validation and performance measures.
Study sequence
- Read the section and identify the assumptions behind each method.
- Work through the examples, checking the reasoning and any calculations or code.
- Attempt the chapter exercises before consulting the worked answers.
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