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The scatterplot below represents the number of hot drinks sold on a given

day versus the low temperature of that day. Of the following lines, which
best fits the data in the scatterplot?

The scatterplot below represents the number of hot drinks sold on a given day versus-example-1
The scatterplot below represents the number of hot drinks sold on a given day versus-example-1
The scatterplot below represents the number of hot drinks sold on a given day versus-example-2
User Zneak
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Answer:

A) y=-1/2x+55

Explanation:

We can clearly see a negative trend/association between the number of hot drinks sold on a given day and the low temperature of that day. Therefore, the slope of the best line of fit must be negative, eliminating D and E. Also, notice that when the low temperature is 0°F, the number of hot drinks sold is about 55, which is a good indicator of our y-intercept or constant, eliminating choice C. Because the best line of fit is not so steep, the slope will be closer to 0 if it's a negative trend. This eliminates choice B, making the correct answer A.

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