Analyzing a Regression Using Data from a Sub-Sample of the Current

question 30

Essay

Analyzing a regression using data from a sub-sample of the Current Population Survey with about 4,000 observations, you realize that the regression R², and the adjusted R², $\overline { \mathrm { R } }$ ², are almost identical. Why is that the case? In your textbook, you were told that the regression R² will almost always increase when you add an explanatory variable, but that the adjusted measure does not have to increase with such an addition. Can this still be true?

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Alternatives Generation

The process of generating multiple solutions or options in response to a problem or challenge.

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A persistent source of stress that continues over an extended period, potentially affecting an individual's health and well-being.