Least Squares Regression

AP Statistics· difficulty 4/5

A point at extreme x with y on or near the line has

  • A

    No leverage

  • B

    High leverage but small influence on slope

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  • C

    Same as a regular point

  • D

    Low leverage and high influence

Explanation

Leverage = unusual x-value; if y agrees with the trend, slope is barely changed.

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