Question

the equation for the line of best fit is ( y = 1.8x + 1 ). according to the equation, which of these statements is true? labrador retrievers typically weigh about 1 pound when they are born. labrador retrievers typically weigh about 25 pounds when they are 16 weeks old.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the y - intercept

The equation of the line of best fit is \(y = 1.8x+1\). In the linear equation \(y=mx + b\) (where \(m\) is the slope and \(b\) is the y - intercept), when \(x = 0\) (at birth, \(x\) represents age in weeks), \(y=1.8\times0 + 1=1\).

Step2: Analyze the second statement

When \(x = 16\), \(y=1.8\times16+1=28.8 + 1=29.8
eq25\)

Answer:

Labrador retrievers typically weigh about 1 pound when they are born.