In Bivariate Regression,which Statement Is True Concerning the Coefficient of Determination,r²

question 47

Multiple Choice

In bivariate regression,which statement is true concerning the coefficient of determination,r²?

• A)r² is the square of the simple correlation coefficient obtained by correlating the two variables.
• B)r² varies between 0 and 1.
• C)r² signifies the proportion of the total variation in Y accounted for by the variation in X.
• D)All are correct.

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