# Question 6 of 10 ## 2 Points Which regression equation best fits these data? \begin{array}{cccc} x & y \\ - 4 & 8 \\ - 3 & 12 \\ - 2 & 14 \\ - 1 & 16 \\ 1 & 15 \\ 2 & 12 \\ 3 & 9 \\ 4 & 5 \end{array} - A. y = 0.58x^2 + 0.43x + 15.75 - B. y = - 0.58x^2 - 0.43x + 15.75 - C. y = 10.72 \cdot 0.95^2 - D. y = - 0.43x + 11.34
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Step 1
: Identify the type of regression equation needed.

In this case, the given data points show a curve, so we need to determine if it is a quadratic or exponential curve.

Step 2
: Calculate the sum of squares of residuals (SSR) for both quadratic and exponential models to compare their fits.

Final Answer

To determine which one is the best fit, follow steps 3 - 6.