In a Simple Linear Regression Problem, the Following Sum of Squares

question 288

Multiple Choice

In a simple linear regression problem, the following sum of squares are produced: , , and .The percentage of the variation in y that is explained by the variation in x is:

• A) 25%
• B) 75%
• C) 33%
• D) 50%

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