When we have hypothesized in advance which variables, or which sets of variables, are more influential than others in predicting the dependent variable, we should use the stepwise multiple regression method.

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Stepwise multiple regression is a method of regression analysis in which the choice of predictive variables is carried out by an automatic procedure. It does not require hypothesizing in advance which variables are more influential; instead, it selects variables based on statistical criteria during the analysis process.

When We Have Hypothesized in Advance Which Variables, or Which