The Regression Equation to Predict the Job Performance of New

Multiple Choice

The regression equation to predict the job performance of new hires based on age, GPA and gender (female = 1 and male = 0) is Job Performance = -60.8 + 4.80.Age + 1.44 GPA + 9.06 Gender. Which of the following is the correct
Interpretation for the regression coefficient of Gender?

A) The regression coefficient indicates that the job performance score for a female Will, on average, be 9.06 points higher than for males of the same age and GPA.
B) The regression coefficient indicates that the job performance score for a female Will, on average, be 9.06 points lower than for males of the same age and GPA.
C) The regression coefficient indicates that the job performance score for a female Will, on average, be 9.06 times higher than for males.
D) The regression coefficient indicates that the job performance score for a female Will, on average, be 9.06 times lower than for males.
E) The regression coefficient is not significantly different from zero.