Which of the Following Is a Correct Interpretation for the Regression

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a correct interpretation for the regression slope coefficient?

• A) For a one-unit change in y, we can expect the value of the independent variable to change by b1 units on average.
• B) For each unit change in x, the dependent variable will change by b1 units.
• C) The average change in y of a one-unit change in x will be b1 units.
• D) The average change in x of a one-unit change in y will be b1 units.

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