The least squares method for determining the best fit minimizes: Select one: a. all of these b. total variation in the dependent variable c. sum of squares for the x values d. sum of squares for error e. sum of squares for regression

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The least squares method for determining the best fit minimizes:
Select one:
a. all of these
b. total variation in the dependent variable
c. sum of squares for the x values
d. sum of squares for error
e. sum of squares for regression
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