An estimated multiple regression model has the form ŷ = 100 − 2x₁+ 9x₂. As x₁ increases by 1 unit while holding x₂ constant, which of the following best describes the change in y? A) y will increase by 2 units, estimated, on average. B) y will decrease by 98 units, estimated, on average. C) y will increase by 98 units, estimated, on average. D) y will decrease by 2 units, estimated, on average.

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As x₁ increases by 1 unit, the term -2x₁ causes y to decrease by 2 units, estimated, on average, while holding x₂ constant.

An Estimated Multiple Regression Model Has the Form ŷ =