Using the least squares regression method to estimates the cost formula, the expected total cost for an activity level of 10 units would be closest to:

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The following activity and cost data that were provided by Hoist Corporation would help in estimating its future maintenance costs:

 

Units

Maintenance cost

3

P1,350

7

P1,590

11

P1,920

15

P2,100

                                                                                                                                          

Using the least squares regression method to estimates the cost formula, the expected total cost for an activity level of 10 units would be closest to:

Group of answer choices
P1,837.50
P1,808.50
P1,787.52
P1,799.25
P1,745,46
P1,804.50
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