Question

use the trend line for the data in the scatterplot to make a prediction. about how many pounds were lost per month with 4 hours of weekly aerobic activity? 3 pounds 4.5 pounds 6 pounds 7.5 pounds

Explanation:

Step1: Locate \(x = 4\) on the x - axis (weekly aerobic activity).

Move vertically from \(x = 4\) until intersecting the trend - line.

Step2: Read the y - value (monthly weight loss) at the intersection.

Looking at the scatter - plot and trend - line, when \(x = 4\) (4 hours of weekly aerobic activity), the \(y\) - value (monthly weight loss) is approximately \(6\) pounds.

Answer:

6 pounds