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CSS Statistics QUESTION #1961
Question 1
In a regression model \(\hat{Y} = a + bX\), which variable represents the one being estimated or predicted?
  • Dependent variable \((Y)\)✔️
  • Independent variable \((X)\)
  • Intervening variable
  • Exogenous variable
Correct Answer Explanation
In regression analysis, the dependent variable (also called response variable) is the one being predicted or estimated. The independent variable \(X\) is the predictor.