Study Set:
+25 Math Questions for SAT Prep - Group 1
The first metacarpal bone is located in the wrist. The scatterplot below shows the relationship between the length of the first metacarpal bone and height for 9 people. The line of best fit is also shown.
Which of the following is the best interpretation of the slope of the line of best fit in the context of this problem?
Select the Correct Answer:
The predicted height increase in centimeters for one centimeter increase in the first metacarpal bone
The predicted first metacarpal bone increase in centimeters for every centimeter increase in height
The predicted height in centimeters of a person with a first metacarpal bone length of 0 centimeters
The predicted first metacarpal bone length in centimeters for a person with a height of 0 centimeters
