SPM – MCQ 107 – Regression

Total cholesterol level = a + b (calorie intake) + c (physical activity) + d (body mass index); is an example of:
A. Simple linear regression
B. Simple curvilinear regression
C. Multiple linear regression
D. Multiple logistic regression

Correct answer : C. Multiple linear regression

Here, the total cholesterol level is depicted as depending upon multiple independent factors. The relationship is linear and not logarithmic. Hence it is a multiple linear regression.