A scatterplot shows data points. A trend line (line of best fit) follows the pattern of the dots.
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Dots rising left to right = positive association. Falling = negative. No pattern = no association.y = mx + b → m = slope, b = y-intercept
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To match an equation: find b where the line crosses the y-axis, then count rise over run for m.
🔮 PREDICTIONS
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A trend line lets you predict values you never measured — even beyond the data!
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Given x, substitute it into the equation to predict y.y = 2x + 3, x = 5 → y = 2(5) + 3 = 13
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Some questions ask you to tap the point right on the trend line — aim carefully!
🧮 CALCULATOR & SCORING
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The 🧮 Calculator button (bottom-left) is always there. Try it in your head first — then verify! You get 3 lives, 10 questions, and streak bonuses for hot shooting. 🔥