A Sociologist Examines the Relationship Between the Poverty Rate and Several

question 140

Multiple Choice

A sociologist examines the relationship between the poverty rate and several socioeconomic factors. For the 50 states and the District of Columbia (n = 51) , he collects data on the poverty rate (y, in %) , the percent of the population with at least a high school education (x₁) , median income (x₂, in $1000s) , and the mortality rate per 1,000 residents (x₃) . He estimates the following model as y = β₀ + β₁Education + β₂Income + β₃Mortality + ε. The following ANOVA table shows a portion of the regression results. Which of the following is the value of the standard error of the estimate?

• A) 1.47
• B) 1.21
• C) 139.1
• D) 4.8

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Definitions:

Naturalistic Observation

A research method in which subjects are observed in their natural environment without any manipulation or intervention by the observer.

Objectivity

Objectivity in research or reporting refers to the avoidance of bias, ensuring that conclusions drawn are based solely on factual evidence and observable phenomena.

Scientific Observation

The process of gathering data through the senses or with the help of scientific instruments as part of the empirical research.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method where the researcher immerses themselves in the study environment, observing and participating in the group's activities.