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) The predictors are entered sequentially based on their ability to discriminate between groups.
C) Each predictor selected is tested for retention based on its association with the other predictors selected.
D) All of the above statements are true.

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Stepwise discriminant analysis involves selecting predictors based on their ability to discriminate between groups, starting with the one with the highest F ratio, and testing each for retention based on its association with others.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Stepwise Discriminant