In a Simple Regression Analysis (Where Y Is a Dependent

question 117

Multiple Choice

In a simple regression analysis (where Y is a dependent and X an independent variable) , if the Y intercept is positive, then

• A)there is a positive correlation between X and Y
• B)if X is increased, Y must also increase
• C)if Y is increased, X must also increase
• D)None of these alternatives is correct.

---

Definitions:

Economic Theories

Systematic frameworks for analyzing economic phenomena, developed to explain and predict economic patterns and behaviors.

Normative Statement

An assertion that expresses a value judgment or opinion about what ought to be, rather than what is empirically verifiable.

Post Hoc

A logical fallacy that assumes a cause-and-effect relationship simply because one event follows another in time.

Causality

The relationship between cause and effect, where one event (the cause) leads to the outcome of another event (the effect).