A Study Was Conducted to Investigate Variables Associated with Dropping

Multiple Choice

A study was conducted to investigate variables associated with dropping out of high school.
The following logistic regression model was obtained:
Logit(Y_i) = 3.5 - 1.3X₁ + 2.3X₂.

Y: 1 = dropped out of high school; 0 = did not drop out of high school;
X₁: cumulative high school GPA obtained;
X₂: 1 = retained in at least one grade; 0 = never retained in any grade.

-Based on logistic regression, if a student has been retained in at least one grade, the chance that he/she will drop out of high school

A) increases.
B) decreases.
C) stays the same.
D) is uncertain.