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1. Intro to Stats and Collecting Data
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Problem 3

For the multiple regression equation developed to predict fuel efficiency (in mpg\(\text{mpg}\)) of cars based on their engine size (in L\(\text{L}\)), vehicle weight (in kg\(\text{kg}\)), and horsepower, the linear correlation coefficient (rr) was found to be r=0.803r=-0.803.
(i) What is the value of the coefficient of determination (R2R^2)?
(ii) What practical information does the coefficient of determination give in this context?