A Regression Equation Is Obtained for a Collection of Paired

question 106

Multiple Choice

A regression equation is obtained for a collection of paired data. It is found that the total variation is 25.753, the explained variation is 18.658, and the unexplained variation is 7.095. Find the coefficient of determination.

• A)0.724
• B)1.380
• C)0.380
• D)0.276

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