Ad-Libbed or Scripted Banter That Goes on Among Local News

question 57

Multiple Choice

Ad-libbed or scripted banter that goes on among local news anchors, reporters, meteorologists, and sports reporters before and after news reports is called ______.

• A) happy talk
• B) crime blocks
• C) pretty-face
• D) sound bites
• E) talking heads

Understand the basics of linear regression, including how to predict values using a regression equation.

Interpret the slope and intercept of a regression line in the context of the data.

Evaluate the appropriateness of a linear model for given data.

Calculate and interpret the coefficient of determination (R^2).

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Definitions:

Adjustable Rate Mortgages

Home loans with interest rates that can change over time, often linked to a specific index or benchmark.

Foreclosure Rates

The percentage of properties undergoing the legal process by which a lender attempts to recover the balance of a loan from a borrower who has stopped making payments.

Prime Borrowers

Individuals who are considered low-risk by lenders due to their excellent credit history and are thus likely to receive better loan terms.

Government-sponsored Enterprises

Special financial services corporations created by the United States Congress to enhance the flow of credit to specific sectors of the economy, such as housing.