In discriminant analysis,a linear combination of independent variables that explains group memberships is known as a(n):
A)regression equation
B)discriminant function
C)discriminant factor
D)n-way ANOVA

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Discriminant analysis involves identifying a discriminant function, which is a linear combination of independent variables that maximally separates the groups being studied. Therefore, the correct answer is B, discriminant function.

In Discriminant Analysis,a Linear Combination of Independent Variables That Explains