A Sample of 33 Companies Was Randomly Selected and Data

question 22

Multiple Choice

A sample of 33 companies was randomly selected and data collected on the average annual bonus, turnover rate (%) , and trust index (measured on a scale of 0 - 100) .
The regression coefficient associated with Average Bonus was found to be -0.0007216. The correct interpretation of this value is

• A) Holding the trust index constant, increasing the average annual bonus by $100 Will decrease the turnover rate by 7.2%.
• B) For companies that have the same score on the trust index, increasing the average Annual bonus by $100 is associated with a decrease in turnover rate of 7.2%, on Average.
• C) For companies that have the same score on the trust index, increasing the average Annual bonus by $100 is associated with an increase in turnover rate of 7.2%, on Average.
• D) An increase of $100 in the average annual bonus decreases the turnover rate by 7.2%.
• E) None of the above.

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