In regression analysis, the model in the form y = , y is the
A) slope.
B) y-intercept.
C) independent variable.
D) dependent or response variable.

Question

In regression analysis, the model in the form y =  , y is the
A) slope. 
B) y-intercept. 
C) independent variable. 
D) dependent or response variable.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In regression analysis, the dependent or response variable is the variable being predicted or explained by the independent variables. In this case, y is the dependent or response variable, as it is what is being modeled by the equation. The other variables listed (slope, y-intercept, independent variable) are all components of the equation, but they do not represent the variable being modeled.

In Regression Analysis, the Model in the Form Y =