The Error Term $\varepsilon$ In a Regression Model Represents
A)a Random Error in the Random

question 49

Multiple Choice

The error term $\varepsilon$ in a regression model represents

• A)a random error in the data.
• B)unsystematic variation in the dependent variable.
• C)variation not explained by the independent variables.
• D)all of these.

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