A Regression Analysis Between Weight (Y in Pounds)and Height (X

question 75

Multiple Choice

A regression analysis between weight (y in pounds) and height (x in inches) resulted in the following least squares line: .This implies that if the height is increased by 1 inch,the weight,on average,is expected to:

• A)increase by 1 pound.
• B)decrease by 1 pound.
• C)increase by 5 pounds.
• D)increase by 24 pounds.

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