The a in a simple regression equation (Y' = a + bX) refers to ...

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The a in a simple regression equation (Y' = a + bX) refers to the:
 
  A) Regression coefficient
  B) Intercept constant
  C) Deviation score
  D) Residuals

Question 2

The least-squares principle:
 
  A) Controls variability in the dependent variable attributable to extraneous variables
  B) Maintains the independence of factors by rotation
  C) Partitions and analyzes variance
  D) Minimizes errors of prediction

[bpool94]

Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D

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