Question

question 23 of 25
which of the following best approximates the line of best fit?
a.
b.
c.
d.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify trend of scatter plot

The original scatter plot shows a moderate negative linear trend: as $x$ increases, $y$ decreases, and points are clustered around a downward-sloping line (not extremely steep, not flat).

Step2: Match trend to options

• Option A: Has a gentle negative slope, with points evenly distributed around the line, matching the original trend.
• Option B: Flat line, does not match the negative trend.
• Option C: Extremely steep negative slope, does not match the original's gentle decline.
• Option D: Line is too low, most upper points are far above it, not a good fit.

Answer:

A. <The scatter plot with a gently downward-sloping line of best fit matching the original point distribution>