The Simple Linear Regression (Least Squares Method)minimizes

question 114

Multiple Choice

The simple linear regression (least squares method) minimizes:

• A)The explained variation.
• B)SS_yy.
• C)Total variation.
• D)SS_xx.
• E)SSE.

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