If the Least-Squares Regression Line Is $y = - 2 x + 17$

question 38

Multiple Choice

If the least-squares regression line is $y = - 2 x + 17$ then what is the residual for the point (10, 5) ?

• A)-3
• B) 3
• C) 8
• D)-8

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