In a Multiple Regression Analysis,the Current Model Has Three Independent

question 50

Multiple Choice

In a multiple regression analysis,the current model has three independent variables.The analyst decides to add another (fourth) independent variable while retaining the other three independent variables.As a result of this addition,the value of explained variation will ____________ decrease.

• A)Always
• B)Sometimes
• C)Never

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Definitions:

Independent

Referring to variables in experiments or statistical analysis that are not affected by other variables, indicating a variable that acts as a cause or predictor.

Probability

A measure of the likelihood that an event will occur, expressed as a number between 0 (impossibility) and 1 (certainty).

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