Which of the Following Is True About the Observed Errors

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the observed errors associated with estimating the value of the dependent variable using the regression line?

• A) They are the horizontal distances between slopes and y-intercepts.
• B) The errors are also referred to as critical values.
• C) They are always maximized by the regression lines.
• D) The errors can be negative or positive.

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