The Number of Degrees of Freedom for a Contingency Table

question 163

Multiple Choice

The number of degrees of freedom for a contingency table with r rows and c columns is:

• A)r + c
• B)rc
• C)(r − 1)(c − 1)
• D)None of these choices.

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Definitions:

Nondiscretionary Fiscal Policy

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Federal Budget

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National Debt

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