Question

for how many of the 9 data points is the actual y - value greater than the y - value predicted by the line of best fit?

Explanation:

Step1: Observe data points

Check each of the 9 data - points to see if the actual y - value (the position of the dot) is above the line of best fit (the black line).

Step2: Count the points

Count the number of data points for which the actual y - value is greater than the y - value predicted by the line of best fit.

Answer:

7