Data Were Collected on the Following Variables: Turnover Rate, Job

question 6

Multiple Choice

Data were collected on the following variables: turnover rate, job growth, number of employees, and innovative index and fit in a model to explain Turnover Rate.To check for the possibility of collinearity, a regression among predictor variables job growth and employees predicting a third predictor variable, innovative index, was run and was found to have an R² = 52.5%.The Variance Inflation Factor (VIF) for the predictor variable Innovative Index is ________________________ .

• A)52.5
• B)13.15
• C)3.63
• D)2.10
• E)1.00

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Definitions:

Experiments

A method of scientific investigation involving manipulation of variables to test a hypothesis and observe effects on a controlled environment or group.

Control Group

In an experiment, a comparison group of participants that does not receive the experimental treatment.

Variable Group

A set of elements or entities that are subject to change and can be measured and analyzed within a study.

Confound Group

A group in an experiment that introduces variability to the outcome, making it difficult to determine the effect of the treatment.