The Slope (B₁) Represents

question 39

Multiple Choice

The slope (b₁) represents

• A) predicted value of Y when X = 0.
• B) the estimated average change in Y per unit change in X.
• C) the predicted value of Y.
• D) variation around the line of regression.

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