7.3.3.1 - AdaBoost (Adaptive Boosting)
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What is AdaBoost?
💡 Hint: Think about what combining weak predictions can produce.
What does 'weak learner' mean?
💡 Hint: Consider a basic model's performance relative to guessing.
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What does AdaBoost stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the primary function of the method.
True or False: AdaBoost can only use decision trees as base learners.
💡 Hint: Consider whether you know other types of models AdaBoost might employ.
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You are given a dataset with numerous mislabeled entries. How would implementing AdaBoost help in classifying the data effectively? Discuss the methodology.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the weighting of instances helps correct previous mistakes.
Critically evaluate the performance of AdaBoost on a dataset where the primary issue is class imbalance. What strategies could be employed to mitigate any issues faced?
💡 Hint: Consider approaches that ensure all classes are represented in the learning process.
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