Practice Cost Function (Log Loss / Cross-Entropy) - 5.2.3 | Module 3: Supervised Learning - Classification Fundamentals (Weeks 5) | Machine Learning
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does Log Loss measure in a classification model?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the aspect of prediction confidence.

Question 2

Easy

Why can't we use Mean Squared Error in Logistic Regression?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how it affects local minima.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of Log Loss in a classification model?

  • To minimize prediction errors
  • To measure confidence in predictions
  • To evaluate model bias

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how it affects classification.

Question 2

True or False: Using Mean Squared Error as a cost function for Logistic Regression is advisable.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the optimization process.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a model predicts probabilities for 100 instances, with actual outcomes of 60 ones and 40 zeros, calculate the total Log Loss if each of the true labels matches perfectly with predicted probabilities.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how Log Loss functions for perfect predictions.

Question 2

Discuss how you would approach optimizing a logistic model's parameters if the Log Loss displays high values. What steps would you take?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what factors could affect predictive accuracy.

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