Below is a set of multiple regression results based on the STATES file. The questions that follow are based on these results.

What percentage of variation in the dependent variable is explained by the three independent variables collectively? (Answer: 26.6%) ________________% 

Which independent variable is most important in explaining the dependent variable while controlling for the effects of the other independent variables? (Answer: C)

  • $ HI ED.
  • PER CAP$
  • %URBAN

If there is one standard deviation change in %URBAN, how many standard deviation units change are there in the dependent variable %REG94?

What will be an ideal response?

Answer: C

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