How is the k-means classification calculated

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K-means classification

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Summary:
The purpose of this assignment is to create a one-page poster that would help an uninformed reader to become acquainted with K-means classification. The assignment can be done individually, or in small groups (up to 5-6 students).

Use multi-column format, small fonts, and tight spacing between the lines.

Include formulas and illustrations. Reference sources for all materials using traceable links. Use academic sources, such as web pages of university statistics departments, published peer-reviewed papers and books.

Possible plan for the poster:

1. Motivation (why is the K-means classification needed)
2. How is the K-means classification calculated
3. Determining the optimal number of centroids
4. Interpretation of K-means classification results
5. Example(s) of use of K-means classification
6. Advantages and disadvantages of K-means classification
7. In what situations is K-means classification a suitable method
8. In what situations is K-means classification not a suitable method
9. Alternatives to K-means classification

Reference no: EM133283180

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