The Coefficient of Multiple Determination R²

question 22

Multiple Choice

The coefficient of multiple determination r²

• A)measures the variation around the predicted regression equation.
• B)measures the proportion of variation in Y that is explained by X₁ and X₂.
• C)measures the proportion of variation in Y that is explained by X₁ holding X₂ constant.
• D)will have the same sign as b₁.

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