When a Regression Equation Includes Just One Independent Variable, the Value

question 90

Multiple Choice

When a regression equation includes just one independent variable, the value of the standardized regression coefficient is:

• A) equal to the slope of the regression equation.
• B) the inverse of the correlation coefficient.
• C) the same as the Pearson correlation coefficient.
• D) equal to the y-intercept of the regression equation.

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