The Following X and Y Scores Produce SS_X = 2 $$\begin{array} { l l } \mathrm { X } & \mathrm { Y } \\\hline 1 & 2 \\2 & 3 \\3 & 10 \\\hline\end{array}$$

question 4

Multiple Choice

The following X and Y scores produce SS_X = 2 and SP = 8.What is the regression equation for predicting Y? $$\begin{array} { l l } \mathrm { X } & \mathrm { Y } \\\hline 1 & 2 \\2 & 3 \\3 & 10 \\\hline\end{array}$$

• A)?Y = 0.25X + 4.5
• B)?Y = 0.25X - 4.5
• C)?Y = 4X + 3
• D)?Y = 4X - 3

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