Regression Analysis of Two Methods Produced the Equation Y =

question 15

Multiple Choice

Regression analysis of two methods produced the equation y = 0.137 + 0.813x.The proportionality between the two methods is:

• A)the calculated value for y given the value for x
• B)the calculated value for x given the value for y
• C)0.137
• D)0.813

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