A Machine Learning Specialist Is Attempting to Build a Linear

question 11

Multiple Choice

A Machine Learning Specialist is attempting to build a linear regression model. Given the displayed residual plot only, what is the MOST likely problem with the model?

• A) Linear regression is inappropriate. The residuals do not have constant variance.
• B) Linear regression is inappropriate. The underlying data has outliers.
• C) Linear regression is appropriate. The residuals have a zero mean.
• D) Linear regression is appropriate. The residuals have constant variance.

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Definitions:

Sex/Gender Distinction

The differentiation between 'sex', typically referring to biological differences, and 'gender', which refers to the roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women.

Binary Construction

A conceptual framework that divides things into two mutually exclusive categories, often used to describe simplified distinctions in society, such as male/female or right/wrong.

Egalitarian

Pertaining to the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

False Dichotomy

A logical fallacy that presents two opposing options as the only possibilities, when in fact more options exist.