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Residual Calculator

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Calculates the difference between the observed value and the predicted value from a regression model.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Observed Value and Predicted Value in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Residual in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Positive Residual

Observed Value: 15; Predicted Value: 10

Residual: 5

Negative Residual

Observed Value: 5; Predicted Value: 10

Residual: -5

Zero Residual

Observed Value: 10; Predicted Value: 10

Residual: 0

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