In a Regression Analysis, If SST = 500 and SSE

question 101

Multiple Choice

In a regression analysis, if SST = 500 and SSE = 300, then the coefficient of determination is

• A) .20.
• B) .67.
• C) .60.
• D) .40.

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James Coleman

An influential American sociologist best known for his work in education, public policy, and social theory, including the development of the concept of social capital.

Psychological Reductionism

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Causal Mechanisms

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James Coleman's Theory

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