An Introduction to Mathematical Statistics and Its Applications (6th Edition)
An Introduction to Mathematical Statistics and Its Applications (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134114217
Author: Richard J. Larsen, Morris L. Marx
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 11.3, Problem 19Q

The fuel economy (in miles per gallon) of an automobile can depend on a number of factors, but the table below suggests that the weight of vehicle is a very good predictor.

Model Wight, x (lbs) Fuel usage, y (mpg)
Toyota Yaris Liftback (manual) 2370 34
Toyota Yaris Sedan 2430 33
Scion xB (manual) 2450 32
Honda Fit. Sport. (manual) 2495 34
Honda Fit 2535 32
Chevrolet Malibu ( 4 -cyl . ) 3135 24
Honda Accord ( 4 -cyl . ) 3195 24
Nissan Altima 2.5 S 3215 25
Toyota Camry LE ( 4 -cyl . ) 3280 24
BMW 325i 2460 24
Volkswagen Passt 2.0T 3465 24
Lexus IS250 3510 24

Find the 95% confidence interval for E ( Y | 2890 ) , where 2890 is the weight of the Honda Civic Hybrid. Does the interval include 37, the miles per gallon of the Civic?

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