The slope represents
A)predicted value of Y when X = 0.
B)the estimated average change in Y per unit change in X.
C)the predicted value of Y.
D)variation around the line of regression.

Question

The slope  represents
A)predicted value of Y when X = 0. 
B)the estimated average change in Y per unit change in X. 
C)the predicted value of Y. 
D)variation around the line of regression.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The slope represents the estimated average change in Y per unit change in X. The slope represents the estimated average change in Y per unit change in X. This means that for every increase in X by one unit, we can expect Y to increase by the value of the slope.

The Slope Represents