Consider the Regression Equation Y = −5

question 10

Multiple Choice

Consider the regression equation Y = −5.43 + 4.16X. This equation tells us that

• A) one unit increase in X is associated with a 5.43 unit decrease in Y.
• B) one unit increase in X is associated with a 4.16 unit increase in Y.
• C) one unit increase in Y is associated with a 5.43 decrease in X.
• D) one unit increase in Y is associated with a 4.16 increase in X

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