Exhibit 16-4

question 63

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 16-4.The following data shows the cooling temperatures of a freshly brewed cup of coffee after it is poured from the brewing pot into a serving cup.The brewing pot temperature is approximately 180º F;see http://mathbits.com/mathbits/tisection/statistics2/exponential.htm For the assumed exponential model ln(Temp) = β₀ + β₁Time + ε,the following Excel regression partial output is available. Refer to Exhibit 16-4.How many minutes must elapse after the brewing in order to cool the coffee to 158 ^oF?

• A)About 5 minutes
• B)About 6 minutes
• C)About 7 minutes
• D)About 8 minutes

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