The following data is to be used to construct a regression model: The value of the intercept is ___.
A) 16.49
B) 1.19
C) 1.43
D) 0.75
E) 1.30

Question

The following data is to be used to construct a regression model:  The value of the intercept is ___.
A) 16.49 
B) 1.19 
C) 1.43 
D) 0.75 
E) 1.30

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The intercept value is given by the coefficient of the constant term in the regression model. Since there is no information given to indicate which independent variable is being used, we cannot determine the intercept value directly from the given data. However, the only option listed that is close to a typical intercept value is B) 1.19.

The Following Data Is to Be Used to Construct a Regression