In multiple regression, the constant :
A) is the expected value of the dependent variable Y when all of the independent variables have the value zero
B) is necessary to fit the multiple regression line to set of points
C) must be adjusted for the number of independent variables
D) are all of these options

Question

In multiple regression, the constant  :
A) is the expected value of the dependent variable Y when all of the independent variables have the value zero 
B) is necessary to fit the multiple regression line to set of points 
C) must be adjusted for the number of independent variables 
D) are all of these options

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The constant in multiple regression represents the intercept term, which is the value of the dependent variable (Y) when all the independent variables have a value of zero. Therefore, the correct choice is A.

In Multiple Regression, the Constant