Data Analysis - MBA

Attached is a dataset containing information about 156 countries throughout the world. Some of the data were gathered from the World Bank Data Archives. Current Coronavirus data were obtained from Worldometer's Corona Virus Statistics Tracker. Using the data set provided, you will create a statistical model to help explain the transmission and/or death rate of the Covid 19 virus.

First, pick a dependent (Y) variable. You may choose either Total Cases/1M or Total Deaths/1M population. Use the ratio and not the totals since you have countries of varying populations. Next, pick at least 4 independent variables that you think are significant predictors of your outcome variable. Identify your predictors and state your hypothesized relationship (positive for factors that increase the dependent and negative for those that decrease it). Note that the Meta-Data tabs have information to define each variable as well as information about how the data were collected. You will have to turn in your Excel sheet showing all of your work. To make the project easier, create a separate tab for your final dataset. This should only include your dependent variable and your independent variables.