Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Coefficient of Multiple

question 151

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes the coefficient of multiple determination?

• A) It is denoted byand is interpreted as the proportion of the total variation that is explained by the regression of y on the predictor variables.
• B) It is computed as the ratio of total variation to explained variation.
• C) In the case of two independent variables, it describes how well the regression hyperplane fits the data.
• D) It is computed as the ratio of total variation to explained variation and in the case of two independent variables, it describes how well the regression hyperplane fits the data.
• E) None of these.

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