6.2.5

Making Predictions

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Scatter Graphs - Making Predictions

The line of best fit can be used to make predictions.

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Interpolation

  • Making predictions based within the range of the original data is called interpolation.
    • Interpolation is more reliable than extrapolation because we know the pattern of data in this range.
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Extrapolation

  • You can make predictions outside the range of data by extending the line of best fit. This is called extrapolation.
    • Extrapolation is less reliable than interpolation because we cannot be sure the same pattern occurs in data outside our range.

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1.1Place Value

1.2Factors & Multiples

1.3Operations

1.4Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

1.5Growth & Decay

1.6Measurements & Units

1.7Accuracy

2Algebra

3Ratio, Proportion & Rates of Change

4Geometry & Measures

5Probability

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