A Multiple Regression Model Includes the Term (X₁)(X₂)

question 37

Multiple Choice

A multiple regression model includes the term (X₁) (X₂) . If the hypothesis concerning the term's regression coefficient is not rejected,what is a valid conclusion?

• A)The independent variables are correlated.
• B)There is only one independent variable in the regression model.
• C)The effect of X₁ on the dependent variable is independent of the value of X₂.
• D)The effect of X₁ on the dependent variable depends on the value of X₂.

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