Which of the Following Statements Is True About Stepwise Discriminant

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about stepwise discriminant analysis?

• A) The predictor with the highest F ratio is the first to be selected for inclusion in the discriminant function,if it meets certain significance and tolerance criteria.
• B) Each predictor selected is tested for retention based on its association with the other predictors selected.
• C) The predictors are entered sequentially based on their ability to discriminate between groups.
• D) All of the above statements are true.

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