Biologists Observed That as the Temperature T (In Degrees Fahrenheit)

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Multiple Choice

Biologists observed that as the temperature t (in degrees Fahrenheit) increased near a local ant colony the speed s that the ants traveled also increased. The data from this observation is shown in the table below. Find the linear regression equation based on the data provided to determine how fast the ants will walk with the temperature is 105 ºF. (Rounded to the nearest hundredth)

• A) 3.74 cm/sec
• B) 1.28 cm/sec
• C) 80.67 cm/sec
• D) 5.86 cm/sec
• E) 1.15 cm/sec

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