Which of the following is incorrect?

A. Linear regression helps us discover by how much y will change when x changes.
B. Linear regression relies on the line of best fit.
C. The line of best fit with linear regression maximizes the distance between the scores and the regression line.
D. Linear regression utilizes a line drawn through the scores where total error is minimized.


Answer: C

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