Question: Q2. Test a hypothesis with bivariate regression. (7 points) Suppose a researcher wishes to use the same data set from Q1 to answer the following
Q2. Test a hypothesis with bivariate regression.(7 points)
Suppose a researcher wishes to use the same data set from Q1 to answer the following question:
Can the average number of years adults have spent in schooling in a state significantly predict crime rate in that state?
A. What is the null hypothesis being tested for this research question in words?(1.5 point)
Null Hypothesis:
B. Create a scatterplot with the outcome variable on the Y-axis. (Note: In SPSS, select "Scatter/Dot" at the bottom of the "Graphs" menu. (1.5 point)
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C. Examine the scatterplot. Is there a hint of a linear relationship? How do you know? Would there be an upward or downward trend and how do you know? (2 points - 1 point for correctly identifying the relationship, 1 point for explanation)
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