Which of the following statements is true about stepwise discriminant analysis?
A) The predictor with the highest F ratio is the first to be selected for inclusion in the discriminant function,if it meets certain significance and tolerance criteria.
B) Each predictor selected is tested for retention based on its association with the other predictors selected.
C) The predictors are entered sequentially based on their ability to discriminate between groups.
D) All of the above statements are true.

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All of the given statements are true about stepwise discriminant analysis. In stepwise discriminant analysis, the predictors are entered sequentially based on their ability to discriminate between groups. The predictor with the highest F ratio is the first to be selected for inclusion in the discriminant function, if it meets certain significance and tolerance criteria. Each predictor selected is tested for retention based on its association with the other predictors selected. Hence, option D is the correct answer.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Stepwise Discriminant