The Basic Practice of Statistics 7th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 146414253X
ISBN 13: 978-1-46414-253-6

Chapter 7 - Exploring Data: Part I Review - Test Yourself - Page 194: 7.38e

Answer

The coefficient of determination is the square of the linear correlation coefficient $r^{2} = (-0.98)^{2} = 0.9604 = 96.04$% This implies that 96.04% of observed variation in adult smokers can be explained by linear change over time.

Work Step by Step

The coefficient of determination is the square of the linear correlation coefficient $r^{2} = (-0.98)^{2} = 0.9604 = 96.04$% This implies that 96.04% of observed variation in adult smokers can be explained by linear change over time.
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