The R² of a Multiple Regression of Y on X₁

question 82

Multiple Choice

The R² of a multiple regression of y on x₁ and x₂ measures the

• A)Percent variability of y that is explained by the variability of x₁.
• B)Percent variability of y that is explained by the variability of x₂
• C)Statistical significance of the coefficients in the regression equation.
• D)Percent variability of y that is explained by the variability of x₁ and x₂.

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