Following the input, generate a mathematical equation that describes a linear regression model.
Linear Regression Model
The mathematical equation for a linear regression model is y = mx + b, where y is the dependent variable, m is the slope of the line, and b is the y-intercept.
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### Instruction:
Following the input, generate a mathematical equation that describes a linear regression model.

### Response:
The mathematical equation for a linear regression model is y = mx + b, where y is the dependent variable, m is the slope of the line, and b is the y-intercept.