The Linear Regression Equation, Y = a + BX, Was

question 41

Multiple Choice

The linear regression equation, Y = a + bX, was estimated. The following computer printout was
obtained:
$\begin{array}{rllll}\text { DEPENDENT VARIABLE: } & \text { Y } & \text { R-SQUARE } & \text { F-RATIO } & \text { P-VALUE ON F } \\\text { OBSERVATIONS: } &18 & 0.3066 & 7.076 & 0.0171\end{array}$

$\begin{array}{lllll}\text { VARIABLE } & \begin{array}{llll}\text { PARAMETER } \\\text { ESTIMATE }\end{array} & \begin{array}{l}\text { STANDARD } \\\text { ERROR }\end{array} & \text { T-RATIO } & \text { P-VALUE } \\\text { INTERCEPT } & 15.48 & 5.09 & 3.04 & 0.0008\\X&-21.36&8.03&-2.66&0.0171\end{array}$
-Which of the following statements is correct at the 1% level of significance?

• A) Both \(\hat { a }\) and
• \(\hat { b }\) are statistically significant.
• B) Neither \(\hat { a }\) nor
• \(\hat { b }\) is statistically significant.
• C) \(\hat { a }\) is statistically significant, but
• \(\hat { b }\) is not.
• D) \(\hat { b }\) is statistically significant, but
• \(\hat { a }\) is not.

Explain the mechanisms of fungal reproduction, both sexual and asexual, and the concepts of mating types and spore formation.

Recognize the ecological roles of fungi in ecosystems, particularly in decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Understand the importance of fungi in reforestation efforts and how their relationships with plants facilitate ecosystem recovery.

Identify key fungal groups and their characteristics, including differences in life cycles and reproductive strategies.

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