Predicting Specific Dependent Values Based on Independent Variable Inputs Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

Predicting specific dependent values based on independent variable inputs is referred to as ________ and is an example of ________ analytics.

• A) regression; prescriptive
• B) regression; predictive
• C) classification; prescriptive
• D) classification; predictive

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Definitions:

Incentive

Something that motivates or encourages someone to do something, often used in contexts of motivation and behavioral economics.

Need

A requirement for something because it is essential or very important, often referring to something necessary for psychological or physical survival.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology that motivation arises from biological needs driving behavior to return to a state of homeostasis or balance.

Optimal Arousal

A theory suggesting there is a level of arousal that is ideal for performance, balancing between too low and too high.