If a Polynomial Model Has a Larger R-Square Than a Linear

question 69

True/False

If a polynomial model has a larger R-square than a linear model for the same set of data, this is one indication that the polynomial model fits the data better than the linear model.

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Definitions:

Positive Punishment

A method of behavior modification that involves the addition of an aversive stimulus in order to decrease a certain behavior.

Negative Punishment

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