The Estimated Mathematical Relationship Between Dependent and Independent Variables Derived

question 33

Multiple Choice

The estimated mathematical relationship between dependent and independent variables derived using ordinary least squares is called the:

• A) covariance.
• B) sample regression line.
• C) residual demand curve.
• D) goodness of fit.
• E) coefficient of determination.

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