The Following Correlations Were Computed as Part of a Multiple

question 28

Multiple Choice

The following correlations were computed as part of a multiple regression analysis that used education, job, and age to predict income.
Which independent variable has the strongest association with the dependent variable?

• A) Income
• B) Age
• C) Education
• D) Job
• E) None of these statements are correct

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Definitions:

Inductive Reasoning

A method of reasoning in which general principles are inferred from specific observations, moving from particular instances to broader generalizations.

Deductive Reasoning

involves drawing specific conclusions from general premises or known facts, following a logical progression from a general statement to a specific conclusion.

Deductive Reasoning

A logical process in which a conclusion is based on the concordance of multiple premises that are generally assumed to be true.

Specific Statements

Clear and precise sentences that provide explicit information or details, often used to avoid ambiguity and misunderstanding.