The Difference Between the Predicted Value and the Actual Value

question 44

Multiple Choice

The difference between the predicted value and the actual value of a variable in a regression analysis is called:

• A) absolute divergence.
• B) estimation error.
• C) standard error.
• D) mean deviation.
• E) variance.

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Recognize the ethical implications of withholding or delaying bad news.

Know the goals of negative communication and apply them to construct effective messages.

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