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Given the following two regression models to predict college gas consumption, mpg   In the table below, name and then report three different criteria of model selection from the above output for model 1 and model 2 (plus their respective values – keep all the decimal points). Each row is dedicated to one of the three model selection criteria. The name of model selection criterioon should be specified in column 1 and the corresponding values of those criteria for model 1 and model 2 should be typed in columns 2 and 3, respectively. Then within each row, compare the criterion between model 1 and model 2 and say which model you pick as a better predictive model based on each criterion (type whether you picked model 1 or model 2 in column 4). List below 3 criteria in any order Value of criterion index for Model 1 Value of criterion index for Model 2 Which model has the best predictive power based on the reported criterion index in each row (Type Model 1 or Model 2) Criterion 1 name Criterion 2 name Criterion 3 name    

Two numeric variables X and Y exhibit a negative correlation if

A data set comprises fuel consumption and 3 aspects of automobile design and performance for 32 automobiles. The modeling objective is to explain an automobile’s fuel consumption in miles/(US) gallon (mpg.)  using predictors: CYL: number of cylindersWT: weight in pounds (1000 lbs.)DP: displacement in cubic inches (cu in.) The R output of a simple linear regression with weight (WT) as the predictor is given below   What percent of raw variability in fuel consumption is accounted for by the regression model?  

When we graphically encode numerical values, the accuracy with which we can decode and compare the values depends on the encoding. How would you rate Color Saturation as an encoding method?

The following plot is given: What is the biggest issue with this visualization that needs improvement?

Looking at the following residual plots, what can be said about regression assumptions?

 A child who appears to be in shock should be given ample fluids to prevent dehydration. [truefalse1] [correction2]

When responding to an life-threatening or non-life-threatening situation, the final two steps are typically the same. After you have handled the emergency care of the child, you should [response1] and [response2].

In the case of heat stroke, you would expect a child’s temperature to be:

Direct pressure should be applied for several minutes to an injured area to stop bleeding. [truefalse1] [corection2]