When a Variable Is Determined by a Factor Outside of the Function

question 13

Multiple Choice

When a variable is determined by a factor outside of the function or model being evaluated, it is said to be

• A)endogenous.
• B)exogenous.
• C)unexplained.
• D)statistically insignificant.

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