In the Linear Trend Equation, T = B₀ + B_1t

question 7

Multiple Choice

In the linear trend equation, T = b₀ + b_1t, b₀ represents the

• A)time
• B)slope of the trend line
• C)trend value in period 1
• D)the Y intercept

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