Based on recent research, a psychologist wants to predict perceived quality of life as measured on a 50-point scale using eight independent variables. The psychologist first enters age and dummy variables for sex and marital status. Next, a score on a

job satisfaction scale and the number of hours of leisure activity per week are entered. Finally, scores on inventories measuring generalized anxiety, work-related stress, and depression are entered. This statistical procedure is

A) hierarchical multiple regression.
B) logistic regression.
C) ordinary multiple regression.
D) stepwise regression.


Answer: A

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