Question

What does the coefficient of determination (R-squared) measure in linear regression? 

A The strength of the relationship between the independent and dependent variables Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B The percentage of the dependent variable explained by the independent variable Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C The slope of the regression line Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D The p-value of the regression equation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

R-squared measures the proportion of the variance in the dependent variable that is explained by the independent variable. It provides an indication of how well the independent variable(s) explain the variability in the dependent variable.

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