If the regression equation Ŷ= .25X + 12 was plotted, what shape would it take, and where would it cross the Y axis?
A) Curvilinear, at Y=.25
B) Curvilinear, at Y=12
C) Linear, at Y=.25
D) Linear, at Y=12

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The equation Ŷ= .25X + 12 is a linear equation, as it follows the general form of Y = MX + B (where M is the slope and B is the Y-intercept). The slope is .25 and the Y-intercept is 12, which means the line will cross the Y-axis at Y=12 and will have a positive slope. Therefore, the correct answer is D, Linear, at Y=12.

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