Suppose That Runner Height (In Inches)and Finish Time in a 5k

question 28

Essay

Suppose that runner height (in inches)and finish time in a 5k (in seconds)have a linear association as evidenced by a scatterplot showing a roughly linear pattern, explain the purpose of finding the equation for the regression line that will relate runner height and finish time. What are the limitations of the regression line? Explain the meaning of the slope and intercept of such a model?

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