A multiple regression model includes the term (X₁)(X₂). The term implies that ________. A)the independent variables are correlated B)there is only one independent variable in the regression model C)the effect of X₁ on the dependent variable is independent of the value of X₂ D)the effect of X₁ on the dependent variable may depend on the value of X₂

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The term (X₁)(X₂) indicates that there are two independent variables in the model that are being multiplied together. This implies that the effect of X₁ on the dependent variable may depend on the value of X₂, making option D the correct choice. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not fully capture the implication of the term in the multiple regression model.

A Multiple Regression Model Includes the Term (X1)(X2)

A Multiple Regression Model Includes the Term (X₁)(X₂)