Question

Do the regressions suggest that, on average, a fact-based movie has fewer stars than a fictional movie?

a. Yes, because the regression indicates a negative correlation between being fact-based and the number of stars.
b. No, because the regression indicates a positive correlation between being fact-based and the number of stars.
c. It is inconclusive as the regression does not provide information about the average number of stars.
d. The regression suggests that fact-based and fictional movies have an equal number of stars on average.

Answer 1

The regressions suggest that, on average, a fact-based movie has fewer stars than a fictional movie.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question asks whether the regressions suggest that, on average, a fact-based movie has fewer stars than a fictional movie.

To determine this, we need to look at the information provided in the options:

1. Option a: A negative correlation between being fact-based and the number of stars would suggest that fact-based movies have fewer stars on average, supporting the statement. This option could be a possible answer.
2. Option b: A positive correlation between being fact-based and the number of stars would suggest that fact-based movies have more stars on average, contradicting the statement. This option is not correct.
3. Option c: If the regression does not provide information about the average number of stars, it is inconclusive and does not support or contradict the statement. This option is not correct.
4. Option d: If the regression suggests that fact-based and fictional movies have an equal number of stars on average, it does not support the statement. This option is not correct.

Based on the analysis of the options, the correct answer is option a, which suggests that the regressions indicate a negative correlation between being fact-based and the number of stars, supporting the statement that fact-based movies have fewer stars on average.