Math Problem Statement

Using a calculator or statistical software, find the linear regression line for the data in the table below.

Enter your answer in the form y=mx+b, with m and b both rounded to two decimal places.

 y 

1

3.53

2

4.93

3

1.58

4

2.72

5

4.68

6

3.34

Solution

To find the linear regression line for the given data, we will use the same formulas for the slope mm and the y-intercept bb of the regression line:

m=n(xy)(x)(y)n(x2)(x)2m = \frac{n(\sum xy) - (\sum x)(\sum y)}{n(\sum x^2) - (\sum x)^2}

b=(y)(x2)(x)(xy)n(x2)(x)2b = \frac{(\sum y)(\sum x^2) - (\sum x)(\sum xy)}{n(\sum x^2) - (\sum x)^2}

where:

  • x=[1,2,3,4,5,6]x = [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
  • y=[3.53,4.93,1.58,2.72,4.68,3.34]y = [3.53, 4.93, 1.58, 2.72, 4.68, 3.34]

Let's compute the values to find mm and bb.The linear regression line for the given data, rounded to two decimal places, is:

y=0.02x+3.52y = -0.02x + 3.52

If you have any further questions or need more details, feel free to ask!

Related Questions:

  1. What does a negative slope indicate about the relationship between xx and yy?
  2. How can you assess the accuracy of a regression line?
  3. What is the difference between linear and non-linear regression?
  4. How would you calculate the coefficient of determination (R-squared) for this regression?
  5. What are some common pitfalls in interpreting regression results?

Tip: When the slope is close to zero, it suggests a weak relationship between xx and yy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Regression
Statistics

Formulas

Linear Regression Slope Formula
Linear Regression Intercept Formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School