When Determining Whether to Include or Exclude a Variable in Regression

question 6

Multiple Choice

When determining whether to include or exclude a variable in regression analysis,if the p-value associated with the variable's t-value is above some accepted significance value,such as 0.05,then the variable

• A)is a candidate for inclusion.
• B)is a candidate for exclusion.
• C)is redundant.
• D)does not fit the guidelines of parsimony.

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Definitions:

Typical Antipsychotic

Typical antipsychotic refers to a class of medications primarily used to treat psychosis, including schizophrenia, characterized by their dopamine antagonist properties.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical found in the synaptic vesicles that, when released, has an effect on the next cell.

Tardive Dyskinesia

A neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive body movements, often resulting from long-term use of antipsychotic medication.

Antipsychotic Drug

Medications used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, working by altering brain chemistry to reduce psychotic symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.