The heights and weights of a group of kindergartners are tabulated as shown. Q
Height (in.)
42
39.5
45
40
37.5
41
43.5
40
44
39
Weight (lb)
45
41.5
47 43 38
43.5
45
42
46.5
40
Use a graphing calculator to find the line of best fit when height is the independent variable. Use that equation
to determine what is the weight of a 38-inch kindergartner expected to be. Round to the nearest hundredth of
a pound?
36.74
37.08
39.12
39.55