If the Slope (B) Is Zero, the Value of R________

question 35

Multiple Choice

If the slope (b) is zero, the value of r________.

• A) would also be zero.
• B) would be 1.00.
• C) would be - 1.00.
• D) cannot be determined from the information given.

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Definitions:

Coefficient of Determination

A statistical measure, typically denoted as R², that represents the proportion of the variance in the dependent variable that is predictable from the independent variables.

Data Points

Individual measurements or observations collected during an experiment or survey.

Coefficient of Determination

A statistical measure that calculates the proportion of variance in the dependent variable predictable from the independent variable(s).

Regression Plane

A three-dimensional plane that best fits a set of points in a multiple regression model, used for prediction.