In a Simple Linear Regression Model, Y = ß₀

question 25

Multiple Choice

In a simple linear regression model, y = ß₀ + ß₁x + ε B₁ represents the

• A)intercept.
• B)slope of the true regression line.
• C)mean value of x.
• D)error term.

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Definitions:

Behaviorism

The view that psychology should be an objective science that studies behavior without reference to mental processes. Most psychologists today agree with the first part but not with the second part.

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Discrimination

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