Question

Use the table to answer the question.

x y
0 5
2 2
3 6
4 0
7 1
Use a calculator to determine the least squares regression line for the following points. Then find the value of the y-intercept of this line. Round to the nearest hundredth, if necessary.

(1 point)
Responses

5
5

−0.59

negative 0.59

4.69
4.69

4.68
4.68

Answer 1

The least-squares line is approximately y = -0.59x + 4.69.

The y-intercept (rounded to the nearest hundredth) is 4.69.