Can we estimate the following equation using standard linear regression techniques: Yi = ?0 + ?1Xi + ?2Xi2 + Ui?

A. No, we cannot isolate the treatment.
B. Yes, this is linear in X.
C. Yes, this is linear in our parameters.
D. No, this is not linear in X.


Answer: C

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