Local Reluctance to Contract Services May Be Influenced by

question 3

Multiple Choice

Local reluctance to contract services may be influenced by

• A) employee opposition
• B) costs and quality
• C) managerial flexibility
• D) fear of the unknown

---

Definitions:

Coefficient

A numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression.

Regression Equation

A formula that expresses the linear relationship between independent and dependent variables.

Least-Squares Regression

A statistical method used to determine a line of best fit by minimizing the sum of squares of the distances of observed values from the predicted values.

Male Employees

Workers identified as male within an organization, relevant in discussions about gender diversity and employment policies.