Identify the Components of Simple Linear Regression Models and Discuss

question 4

Multiple Choice

Identify the components of simple linear regression models and discuss their applications Use the data given below to answer the following question(s) .
Following is an extract from the database of a construction company. The table shows the height of walls in feet and the cost of raising them. The estimated simple linear regression equation is given as Ŷ = b0 + b1X. (Hint: Use Excel functions) . $$\begin{array} { | l | l | } \hline\begin{array} { l } \text { Height } \\\text { (ft) }\end{array} & \text { Cost (\$) } \\\hline 4 & 670 \\\hline 3 & 430 \\\hline 7 & 810 \\\hline 9 & 1100 \\\hline 6 & 790 \\\hline 8 & 880 \\\hline 5 & 760 \\\hline 11 & 1200 \\\hline\end{array}$$
-What is the estimated cost of raising a 10-inch wall?

• A) 1505.786
• B) 1103.578
• C) 968.6109
• D) 1123.008

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