In a regression equation, the Y-intercept defines:
A) The point where the regression line crosses the y-axis
B) The point where the regression line crosses the x-axis
C) The amount of change in the dependent variable per one unit change in the independent variable
D) The amount of change in the independent variable per one unit change in the dependent variable

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The Y-intercept is the value of the dependent variable (Y) when the independent variable (X) is zero, indicating where the regression line crosses the y-axis.

In a Regression Equation, the Y-Intercept Defines