Regression, Correlation and Hypothesis Testing

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The population of a specific bacteria colony ( $N$ ) recorded $h\,$ hours after an experiment began is shown in the table below.


$h$	1	2	4	7	10	12
$N$	190	290	660	2300	7900	18000

The data is coded using the changes of variable $x = h$ and $y = \log_{10} N$ .

The regression line of $y\,$ on $x\,$ is found to be $y = 2.10 + 0.18 x$ .

Given that the data can be modelled by an equation in the form $N = ab^h$ where $a\,$ and $b\,$ are constants, find the values of $a\,$ and $b\,$ to 3 significant figures.

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Give an interpretation of the constant $a\,$ in this equation.

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Explain why this model might not be reliable for predicting the population after 1 week.

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Regression, Correlation and Hypothesis Testing Questions

Practise Edexcel A Level Maths Regression, Correlation and Hypothesis Testing with exam-style questions for A Level Maths. 100 questions covering Exponential Models, Measuring Correlation, and Hypothesis Testing for Zero Correlation, matched to the Edexcel A Level Maths (9MA0) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.