The independent variable in linear regression analysis is also referred to as the ______.
A)predicted variable
B)predictor variable
C)random variable
D)discrete variable

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The independent variable in linear regression analysis is also known as the predictor variable because it is used to predict the values of the dependent variable. The other options are not correct as the predicted variable is the dependent variable, random variable is a variable whose value is subject to chance, and discrete variable is a type of variable that only takes on a finite number of values.

The Independent Variable in Linear Regression Analysis Is Also Referred