If the R2 Is Large, You Are Confident in the Regression

question 17

Multiple Choice

If the R2 is large, you are confident in the regression results because the predicted values are ________ the actual values.

• A)more; far from
• B)less; close to
• C)more; close to
• D)less; far from

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Definitions:

Variable Ratio Schedules

Are ratio schedules in which the number of times a behavior must occur before it is rewarded changes over time.

Variable Interval Schedules

Are interval schedules in which the amount of time that must pass before a reward is given can change from one reward period to another.

Fixed Ratio Schedules

Are ratio schedules in which the number of times a behavior must occur before it is rewarded remains constant over time.

Reinforcement Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that behavior is driven by its consequences, with rewards increasing the likelihood of repeating behaviors.