In the Simple Linear Regression Model, What Does the Slope

question 90

Multiple Choice

In the simple linear regression model, what does the slope represent?

• A) the value of y when x = 0
• B) the average change in y per unit change in x
• C) the value of x when y = 0
• D) the average change in x per unit change in y

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