Weight Loss Is Regressed on Initial Weight

question 8

Multiple Choice

Weight loss is regressed on initial weight. On the basis of the resulting regression equation, a person's predicted weight loss is 15 pounds. They actually lost 17 pounds. What is the regression residual?

• A) −2
• B) 2
• C) 17
• D) 32

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