Given a dataset with an R² value of 0.60, what can be inferred about the relationship between the independent and dependent variables?

• A. The dependent variable explains 60% of the variation in the independent variable.
• B. The independent variable has no effect on the dependent variable.
• C. The model is a perfect fit for the data.
• D. 60% of the variation in the dependent variable is explained by the independent variable.

Answer: (D)