The Amount of Variation in the Dependent Variable That Can

question 36

Multiple Choice

The amount of variation in the dependent variable that can be attributed to or explained by the independent variable is called the

• A)between-group sum of squares.
• B)within-group sum of squares.
• C)total sum of squares.
• D)correlation coefficient.

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Definitions:

Cervical

Relating to the cervix in the context of the female reproductive system or the neck region in the context of anatomy.

Lumbar

Referring to the lower part of the spine or lower back region, composed of five vertebrae between the thoracic vertebrae and the sacral region.

Diencephalon

The diencephalon is a region of the brain that includes structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus, integral to the regulation of various physiological processes.

Brain Stem

The lower part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and controls vital functions like breathing and heart rate.