A Regression and Correlation Analysis Resulted in the Following Information

question 63

Multiple Choice

A regression and correlation analysis resulted in the following information regarding a dependent variable (y) and an independent variable (x) . ​ The least squares estimate of the slope or b₁ equals

• A) .923.
• B) 1.991.
• C) -1.991.
• D) -.923.

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Definitions:

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter often associated with bonding, trust, and the regulation of social behaviors.

Frustration-Aggression Principle

A theory suggesting that frustration leads to aggressive behavior because it creates an unpleasant emotional state.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor members of one's own group over those from outside groups in terms of trust, favoritism, and positive attribution.

Outgroup Homogeneity

The perception that members of a group different from ours are more similar to each other than they actually are.