Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Slope in the Simple

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the slope in the simple linear regression model?

• A)The estimated average change in x per one unit increase in y.
• B)The estimated average change in y when x = 1.
• C)The estimated average value of y when x = 0.
• D)The estimated average change in y per one unit increase in x.

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