Question

the graph shows the best - fit regression model for a set of data comparing the number of hours spent hiking and the number of miles traveled in one day. which is most likely true of the data set represented by the regression model on the graph? each point in the data set falls on the regression line. the regression model is an accurate representation of the distance for any number of hours hiked. each point in the data set is near the regression line. the regression model is inaccurate, as it does not begin at (0, 0).

Explanation:

A best - fit regression model is a line that minimizes the distance between the data points and the line. Not all data points will fall on the line. The model gives an approximation and is not always perfectly accurate for every value. Also, the fact that it doesn't start at (0, 0) doesn't necessarily mean it's inaccurate. Usually, in a best - fit model, the points are near the regression line.

Answer:

Each point in the data set is near the regression line.