In a Multiple Regression Problem Involving Two Independent Variables,if B₁

question 45

Multiple Choice

In a multiple regression problem involving two independent variables,if b₁ is computed to be +2.0,it means that:

• A)the relationship between X₁ and Y is significant.
• B)the estimated value of Y increases by an average of 2 units for each increase of 1 unit of X₁, holding X₂ constant.
• C)the estimated value of Y increases by an average of 2 units for each increase of 1 unit of X₁, without regard to X₂.
• D)the estimated average value of Y is 2 when X₁ equals zero.

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