Question

For which of these research situations would linear regression be the best statistical test to perform?

Answer 1

Answer:

C) independent variable = age

dependent variable = reaction time in milliseconds

Step-by-step explanation:

The linear regression statistical test is best used for research experiment where there is a single dependent and one independent variable whjre both variables are numeric. In the given options above, the city of residence, gender, college major and political affiliation are all possible categorical variables and age, salary, miles driven and reaction time are all numerical variables. Hence, the best situation in which to use linear regression is a test where both the independent and dependent variables are either age, salary, reaction time or miles driven.