Assessing the Goodness of Fit of a Regression Line Involves

question 11

Essay

Assessing the goodness of fit of a regression line involves considering several things, and no single characteristic of data is sufficient for a good assessment. Consider the characteristics below. How does each contribute to an assessment of fit? That is, for each piece of information, what about it would indicate a "good" best-fit line?
a)The shape of the residual plot
b)The correlation coefficient
c)The demonstration of seriously influential points
d)The coefficient of determination

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Definitions:

Moral Development

The method by which people cultivate appropriate attitudes and actions towards others in a community, in accordance with social and cultural standards, regulations, and legislation.

Prosocial Behavior

Behavior that is intended to benefit others, including acts of kindness, generosity, and cooperation.

Preconventional Level

In Lawrence Kohlberg's theory of moral development, the earliest stage where moral reasoning is based on personal consequences and external rewards or punishments.

Moral Development

This refers to the way individuals acquire suitable behaviors and mindsets towards fellow community members, guided by the norms, rules, and laws of society and culture.