In Linear Regression, What Are We Trying to Forecast

question 55

Multiple Choice

In linear regression, what are we trying to forecast?

• A) Beta parameter
• B) Dependent variable
• C) Independent variable
• D) Y-intercept of the line
• E) Slope of the line

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