The Simple Linear Regression (Least Squares Method) Minimizes

question 114

Multiple Choice

The simple linear regression (least squares method) minimizes

• A) the explained variation.
• B) SS_yy.
• C) total variation.
• D) SS_xx.
• E) SSE.

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