Math Problem Statement

Use technology to find the quadratic regression curve through the given points. (Round all coefficients to four decimal places.) {(0, 0), (−3, 3), (2, 2), (−5, 5)} y(x) =

Solution

To find the quadratic regression curve through the given points (0,0),(3,3),(2,2),(5,5)(0, 0), (-3, 3), (2, 2), (-5, 5), we use the quadratic model:

y(x)=ax2+bx+cy(x) = ax^2 + bx + c

The general method for finding the coefficients aa, bb, and cc is to perform a least-squares quadratic regression using the points. The steps involve:

  1. Setting up the system of equations based on the points.
  2. Solving the normal equations derived from minimizing the sum of squared residuals.

We can use a technological tool (such as a calculator or software like Excel, Python, or a graphing calculator) to find the coefficients of the quadratic equation.

Let's compute the quadratic regression using technology.The quadratic regression curve that fits the points (0,0)(0, 0), (3,3)(-3, 3), (2,2)(2, 2), and (5,5)(-5, 5) is:

y(x)=0.2x2+0.0828x+0.7241y(x) = 0.2x^2 + 0.0828x + 0.7241

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do you solve a system of linear equations to find regression coefficients?
  2. What is the method of least squares, and why is it used in regression?
  3. Can quadratic regression be used to predict data for more points?
  4. How do you interpret the coefficients aa, bb, and cc in a quadratic equation?
  5. How does quadratic regression differ from linear regression?

Tip: In regression problems, outliers (points that don't follow the general trend) can significantly affect the results.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Regression
Least Squares Method

Formulas

Quadratic regression formula: y = ax^2 + bx + c
Least squares method for regression: Minimize the sum of squared residuals

Theorems

Least Squares Approximation
Regression Analysis

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12 (High School)