A Possible Explanation for a Natural Event,based on Observations and Past

question 22

Multiple Choice

A possible explanation for a natural event,based on observations and past knowledge,is a

• A)hypothesis.
• B)phenomenon.
• C)control.
• D)variable.
• E)theory.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In scientific research, the factor that is deliberately adjusted or controlled to test its effect on the outcome being studied.

Regression Equation

A formula that represents the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables, used to predict or estimate outcomes.

SSE

Cumulative squared discrepancies between predicted values by a model and the corresponding actual data points.

Coefficient Of Determination

A measure used in statistical analysis that assesses how well a model explains and predicts future outcomes, represented as a value between 0 and 1.