The Following Regression Output Was Generated Based on a Sample

question 21

Multiple Choice

The following regression output was generated based on a sample of utility customers. The dependent variable was the dollar amount of the monthly bill and the independent variable was the size of the house in square feet. Based on this regression output, what is the 95 percent confidence interval estimate for the population regression slope coefficient?

• A) Approximately -0.0003 ----- +0.0103
• B) About -0.0082 ----- +0.0188
• C) Approximately -32.76 ----- +32.79
• D) None of the above

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