In a Multiple Regression Model Involving 44 Observations, the Following

question 82

Multiple Choice

In a multiple regression model involving 44 observations, the following estimated regression equation was obtained: = 30 + 18x₁ + 43x₂ + 87x₃ ​
For this model, SSR = 800 and SST = 1400. The multiple correlation coefficient for the above model is

• A) .57.
• B) .75.
• C) .14.
• D) .86.

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