Question

Melt Away Weight Loss uses the regression equation

Answer 1

Answer:

B) 8.4 pounds

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

In our equation, the Y value is the dependent variable and the X is the independent variable. The amount of pounds lost depends on the number weeks on a diet. To get the actual pounds Steve was able to lose in 4 weeks, we have:

Y = 1.8x + 1.2
Y = 1.8(4) + 1.2 
Y = 8.4 pounds