The Sequential Sums of Squares Represent the Conditional Contribution of Each

question 109

Short Answer

The sequential sums of squares represent the conditional contribution of each of the predictor variables given the variables already in the model. Use the following partial output generated using Minitab to determine which predictor variable accounts for the largest proportion of the total variation explained by the regression model. Which variable accounts for the largest proportion?
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What is the proportion accounted by the selected variable?
______________ Enter a decimal percent or use the % sign.

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Definitions:

Prenatal Dangers

Hazards or risks to the health and development of a fetus during pregnancy, which can include substance exposure, infections, and poor maternal health.

Maternal Nutrition

The dietary health and nutritional intake of pregnant women, which is crucial for the development and health of the fetus.

Toxins

Poisonous substances produced within living cells or organisms; can also refer to toxic substances introduced into the environment.

Prenatal Development

The process of growth and development within the womb from conception to birth.