The Following Correlations Were Computed as Part of a Multiple

question 46

Multiple Choice

The following correlations were computed as part of a multiple regression analysis that used education, job, and age to predict income. Which independent variable has the strongest association with the dependent variable?

• A)Income
• B)Age
• C)Education
• D)Job

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Definitions:

Derived Demand

The demand for a good or service resulting from the demand for another good or service, as seen in the demand for raw materials driven by the production of final goods.

Substitutes

Products or services that can satisfy the same need or desire, where an increase in the price of one leads to an increase in demand for the other.

Complements

Goods and services that are used together, where the consumption of one enhances the use or value of the other.

Demand

Demand refers to consumers' desire and willingness to purchase a good or service at a specific price level.