Fundamentals of Statistics (5th Edition)
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Concrete As concrete cures, it gains strength. The following data represent the 7-day and 28-day strength (in pounds per square inch) of a certain type of concrete. The coefficient of determination is 57.5%. Provide an interpretation of this value.
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Fundamentals of Statistics (5th Edition)
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