If X and Y in a Regression Model Are Totally

question 89

Multiple Choice

If x and y in a regression model are totally unrelated, _______.

• A)the correlation coefficient would be -1
• B)the coefficient of determination would be 0
• C)the coefficient of determination would be 1
• D)the SSE would be 0
• E)the MSE would be 0s

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Definitions:

Gains and Losses

Increases or decreases in equity from transactions and other events and circumstances affecting the entity, other than those relating to contributions from or distributions to equity participants.

Salary Allowances

Monetary benefits in addition to regular salary provided to employees, which may cover expenses such as housing, transportation, and medical expenses.

Partnership Net Income

The total profits earned by a partnership that are to be divided among partners in agreed-upon proportions.

Equity

The amount of funds contributed by owners (shareholders) plus the retained earnings (or losses), representing ownership interest in a firm.