In Multiple Regression Analysis, the Word Linear in the Term

question 53

Multiple Choice

In multiple regression analysis, the word linear in the term "general linear model" refers to the fact that

• A) β₀, β₁, . . . βp, all have exponents of 0
• B) β₀, β₁, . . . βp, all have exponents of 1
• C) β₀, β₁, . . . βp, all have exponents of at least 1
• D) β₀, β₁, . . . βp, all have exponents of less than 1

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