If the Null Hypothesis, H₀: β₁ = 0, Is Rejected

question 25

Short Answer

If the null hypothesis, H₀: β₁ = 0, is rejected, the independent variable, X₁, it has a ______ effect on the dependent variable.

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Definitions:

Insider Trading

The purchase or sale of securities on the basis of information that has not been made available to the public.

Inside Information

Confidential information about a company that has not been made public and could influence the market value of its stocks or securities if known.

Unfair Advantage

An advantage gained by a party through dishonest or unethical means, leading to an imbalance in competitive situations.

Securities Exchange Act Of 1934

A U.S. law regulating the trading of securities (stocks, bonds, etc.) to protect investors against malpractices.