An Interaction Term in a Multiple Regression Model May Be

question 170

Multiple Choice

An interaction term in a multiple regression model may be used when

• A)neither one of 2 independent variables contribute significantly to the regression model.
• B)there is a curvilinear relationship between the dependent and independent variables.
• C)the relationship between X₁ and Y changes for differing values of X₂.
• D)the coefficient of determination is small.

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