Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 2 Linear Equations and Functions - 2.6 Draw Scatter Plots and Best-Fitting Lines - 2.6 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 118: 17

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The student tried to make a line going through a couple of points. However, the general rule of thumb for a trend line is that there should be an equal number of points above and below the trend line. Thus, the student should have made the trend line slightly higher up.
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