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

question 91

Multiple Choice

A multiple regression model includes the term (X₁) (X₂) . If the hypothesis is that 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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