Question

the equation for the line of best fit is $y = 4x + 0.75$. according to the equation, which of these statements is true?
a word with 11 letters would likely score about 45 points.
a word with 4 letters would likely score about 75 points.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify variables

Assume \(x\)=number of letters, \(y\)=score.

Step2: Calculate for 11 letters

Substitute \(x=11\) into \(y=4x + 0.75\):
\(y=4(11)+0.75=44+0.75=44.75\approx45\)

Step3: Calculate for 4 letters

Substitute \(x=4\) into \(y=4x + 0.75\):
\(y=4(4)+0.75=16+0.75=16.75
eq75\)

Answer:

A. A word with 11 letters would likely score about 45 points.