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S6E12 Suppression Unrepressed

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Unpacking Suppressor Variables in Predictive Modeling

This chapter examines the role of suppressor variables in enhancing the predictability of pilot ability through reasoning tasks used during World War II. It highlights the complex nature and contextual dependencies of predictors in statistical modeling, including the interplay between suppression, mediation, and confounding. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a strong theoretical framework to guide the interpretation of statistical results while addressing challenges faced by practitioners in understanding these concepts.

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