Question

the equation for the line of best fit is $y = -65x + 700$. based on the equation, which of these statements is true?
a recipe that has 10 ingredients would likely get about 60 likes.
a recipe that has 9 ingredients would likely get about 115 likes.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze for x=10

Substitute \( x = 10 \) into \( y=-65x + 700 \).
\( y=-65(10)+700=-650 + 700 = 50 \). So 10 ingredients give ~50 likes, not 60.

Step2: Analyze for x=9

Substitute \( x = 9 \) into \( y=-65x + 700 \).
\( y=-65(9)+700=-585 + 700 = 115 \). So 9 ingredients give ~115 likes.

Answer:

A recipe that has 9 ingredients would likely get about 115 likes.