Mathematics A-Level
Regression line
What Regression line means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Regression line
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A line that models the average linear relationship between two variables and can support interpolation within the observed range.
Topics that use Regression line
- L: Data presentation and interpretation (AQA A-Level)
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