Asked by Mallory Sheets on Jul 28, 2024

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The relationship between two quantities x and y is examined.The relationship appears to be fairly linear.A linear model is considered,and the regression analysis is as follows: Dependent variable: y
R-squared = 87.9%
VARIABLE COEFFICIENT
Intercept 37.74
X -9.97
What does the slope say about the relationship between x and y?

A) For each increase in x of 1,the corresponding average decrease in y is 9.97.
B) For each increase in x of 1,the corresponding average increase in y is 37.74.
C) For each increase in x of 1,the corresponding average decrease in y is 37.74.
D) For each increase in x of 1,the corresponding average increase in y is 9.97.
E) For each increase in x of 1,y decreases by an average of 87.9%.