In a Regression Equation, If the Average Value of Y

question 47

Multiple Choice

In a regression equation, if the average value of Y is 15.6, the average value of X is 5.3, and the y-intercept is 8.5, then the slope is approximately:

• A) 1.13.
• B) 1.21.
• C) 4.55.
• D) 1.34.

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