Regression analysis is used to model relationships between variables. Simple linear regression involves modeling the relationship between a single independent variable and dependent variable. The regression equation estimates the dependent variable (y) as a linear function of the independent variable (x). The parameters β0 and β1 are estimated using the method of least squares. The coefficient of determination (r2) measures how well the regression line fits the data. Additional tests like the t-test, confidence intervals, and F-test are used to test if the independent variable significantly predicts the dependent variable. While these tests can indicate a statistically significant relationship, they do not prove causation.