Understanding Line of Best Fit (Least Square Method)
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A simple explanation is that the line of best fit is the line that best summarizes the trend of the data points. It minimizes the error between the data points and the line.
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Which of the following equations represents a line of best fit? $y = mx + b$
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Teenager Scenario
Imagine you are analyzing your weekly allowance compared to your chores completed. You want to determine the relationship using a line of best fit.
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Think About This
Consider how the line of best fit might change if outliers are present. Describe the impact of outliers on the line.
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Given the data set, what is the equation for the line of best fit using the least square method?
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