In Simple Regression Analysis,if the Correlation Coefficient Is a Positive

question 38

Multiple Choice

In simple regression analysis,if the correlation coefficient is a positive value,then:

• A)The Y intercept must also be a positive value.
• B)The coefficient of determination can be either positive or negative,depending on the value of the slope.
• C)The least squares regression equation could either have a positive or a negative slope.
• D)The slope of the regression line must also be positive.
• E)The standard error of estimate can have either a positive or a negative value.

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