The process of allocating the total sum of squares and degrees of freedom to the various components is called
A) factoring.
B) blocking.
C) replicating.
D) partitioning.

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The process of allocating the total sum of squares and degrees of freedom to the various components is called partitioning. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Factoring refers to breaking down a number into its factors. Blocking refers to grouping experimental units that are similar in some way to reduce experimental error. Replicating refers to repeating an experiment to increase accuracy and reduce the impact of chance variation. These concepts are not related to the allocation of total sum of squares and degrees of freedom.

The Process of Allocating the Total Sum of Squares and Degrees