In Multiple Regression Models, the Values of the Error Variable $\varepsilon$

question 59

Multiple Choice

In multiple regression models, the values of the error variable $\varepsilon$ are assumed to be:

• A) autocorrelated.
• B) dependent on each other.
• C) independent of each other.
• D) always positive.

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