Based on 25 Time-Ordered Observations from a Simple Regression Model

question 45

Short Answer

Based on 25 time-ordered observations from a simple regression model, we have determined the Durbin-Watson statistic, d = 1.39. At α = .05, test to determine if there is any evidence of positive autocorrelation. State your conclusions.

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