In a Multiple Regression Problem Involving Two Independent Variables, If

question 24

Multiple Choice

In a multiple regression problem involving two independent variables, if b₁ is computed to be +2.0, it means that

• A) the relationship between X₁ and Y is significant.
• B) the estimated mean of Y increases by 2 units for each increase of 1 unit of X₁, holding X₂ constant.
• C) the estimated mean of Y increases by 2 units for each increase of 1 unit of X₁, without regard to X₂.
• D) the estimated mean of Y is 2 when X₁ equals zero.

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