
Understanding Predictions and Lines of Best Fit

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Liam Anderson
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Mathematics, Education
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard
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10 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is the primary purpose of a line of best fit in data analysis?
To connect all data points exactly
To provide an exact prediction
To eliminate outliers
To reflect the overall trend of the data
2.
Multiple Choice
In the scatter plot example, what is the predicted weight of a baby at 9 months?
19 pounds
17 pounds
18 pounds
16 pounds
3.
Multiple Choice
At what age can you predict a baby to weigh 12 pounds according to the line of best fit?
2 months
5 months
3 months
4 months
4.
Multiple Choice
How many minutes should a student study to achieve at least 65% according to the line of best fit?
15 minutes
25 minutes
17 minutes
20 minutes
5.
Multiple Choice
If a student misses 10 days of school, what grade can they predict to earn?
35%
38%
40%
42%
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