MSA (Mean Square Due to Factor) Is an Unbiased Estimator

question 5

Multiple Choice

MSA (mean square due to factor) is an unbiased estimator of the common variance σ2 if:

• A) the population means are different.
• B) H₀ is true in reality.
• C) H₀ is rejected.
• D) the assumption of normality is met.

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Definitions:

MSR

A term that could refer to various specific metrics or identifiers depending on the context; without further context, a precise definition cannot be provided. NO.

Degrees of Freedom

Represents the number of independent values or quantities that can be assigned to a statistical distribution, affecting the calculation of various statistical tests.

SSR

Sum of Squares due to Regression, a measure of the variation explained by the regression line.

Numerator Degrees

Likely a misphrase, possibly referring to the degrees of freedom in the numerator of a statistical test.