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.