When Evaluating a New Method or Instrument, Linear Regression Analysis

question 8

Multiple Choice

When evaluating a new method or instrument, linear regression analysis is used to detect systematic and random errors. The observation of a constant systematic error usually indicates what?

• A) Sample handling problem
• B) Calibration problem
• C) Instrument or reagent problem
• D) Calculation problem

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