inference and simple regression assignment

This case offers an opportunity to use simple regression to study predictors of subjective wellbeing (SWB). Economists and others are increasingly interested in measures of SWB as a tool for decision making and policymaking that goes beyond pecuniary measures to factor all of the three Ps of the triple bottom line: profit, people, and planet.

For this assignment, you will read the provided case (downloadable from attachment below) and write a report based on the provided questions. This is an individual assignment.

Requirements

In order to successfully complete this assignment, you must:

• You are free to use any software to do the analysis, although it is strongly recommended you use Minitab 18 (on a Windows machine) or Minitab Express (on a Mac).
• Case reports must be individually written, but collaborative discussion and analysis is highly encouraged.
• Review the grading rubric.
• Develop and defend at least one thesis. Clearly articulate your thesis and its primary support in the executive summary.
• Submit reports in Word or PDF formats. Also submit your spreadsheet and/or Minitab files.
• Bring all practical considerations to bear. Develop reasonable assumptions and estimates where necessary.
• Write your cases in English prose (paragraphs and sentences). Create and appropriately label and reference tables for data and figures for charts.
  • Write a maximum of 5 pages (everything included).
    • Pick your battles wisely.
    • No cover pages.
    • Formatting Guidelines: 1-inch margins, single-spaced, 12 point font.