The Forward Selection Method of Stepwise Regression

question 53

Multiple Choice

The forward selection method of stepwise regression

• A)starts with all the predictors in the model and deletes the weaker ones.
• B)adds predictors one at a time starting with the best single predictor.
• C)runs all possible models and then chooses the best fitting one.
• D)requires nonlinear estimation using maximum likelihood.

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