Scatter Plots and Predictions

Scatter Plots and Predictions

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Predict the number of chapters in a book with 180 pages using the trend line from a scatter plot showing the relationship between chapters and pages.

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18 chapters

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If Joe worked 30 hours, how much is he expected to earn? Options: $600, $200, $1000, $800

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$600

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3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a line of best fit used for?

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To make predictions

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4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is this line an accurate line estimate of best fit for the data?

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Yes

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Select the statement that best describes the line: The line is the line of best fit., The line is NOT a line of best fit because it does not pass through two points., The line is NOT a line of best fit because it does not go through the middle of the data set., The line is NOT a line of best fit because it does not go through the origin.

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The line is NOT a line of best fit because it does not go through the middle of the data set.

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which line represents the line of best fit for the scatter plot? Options: A, B, C, D

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C

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Based on the trend line in the scatterplot of heights and weights, what would be the weight of a person who is 72 inches tall?

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About 163 lbs

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8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Based on the scatterplot, approximate the height of the vertical leap of a 10-year old girl.

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12 inches

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9.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Based on the scatterplot, what is the best prediction of the number of inches a plant will grow after 4 inches of rain? Options: A plant is expected to grow 0.8 inches after 4 inches of rain, A plant is expected to grow 0.2 inches after 4 inches of rain, A plant is expected to grow 1.5 inches after 4 inches of rain, A plant is expected to grow 1 inch after 4 inches of rain.

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A plant is expected to grow 1 inch after 4 inches of rain.

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