In Simple Linear Regression, an R² Value of -

question 85

Multiple Choice

In simple linear regression, an r² value of -.93 suggests that:

• A)there is a fairly strong negative relationship between the variables.
• B)the residual plot will be imprecise.
• C)a computational error has been made.
• D)the value of r (correlation coefficient) will be -.964.
• E)none of the above

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