In a Multiple Regression Analysis,if the Model Provides a Poor

question 123

Multiple Choice

In a multiple regression analysis,if the model provides a poor fit,this indicates that:

• A)the coefficient of determination will be close to zero.
• B)the standard error of estimate will be large.
• C)the sum of squares for error will be large.
• D)All of these choices are true.

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