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

question 71

Multiple Choice

If the least-squares regression line is $y = - 2 x + 17$ then what is the residual for the point (7, 5) ?

• A) 2
• B) 3
• C)-2
• D)-3

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Definitions:

Chromosomal Pattern

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XO

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Recessive Gene

A gene that is expressed in the phenotype only when it is on both chromosomes of a pair and not masked by a dominant gene.

Dominant Gene

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