The following two statements are equivalent in meaning:
A.The test of significance for a specific regression coefficient in a multiple regression model is a test of significance for adding that variable into the model given the other variable is included.
B.The t test for a regression coefficient is actually a test for the contribution of that independent variable.

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Both statements convey the same meaning, stating that the significance test for a specific regression coefficient is a test for the impact or contribution of that independent variable in the multiple regression model, given the other variables are already included.

The Following Two Statements Are Equivalent in Meaning