What Kind of Stars Are Most Likely to Form Black

question 6

Multiple Choice

What kind of stars are most likely to form black holes?

• A) stars that can only initiate hydrogen and helium fusion
• B) stars with low-mass cores
• C) stars with masses greater than 30 MSun
• D) stars with an overabundance of heavy elements

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Definitions:

Multiple Regression

A statistical approach that involves using several predictor variables to determine the expected outcome of a response variable.

Criterion

A standard or test by which something can be judged or recognized.

Dependent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is observed and measured to assess the effect of the independent variable.

Correlation Coefficient

A numeric measure that indicates the extent to which two variables fluctuate together.