Below are fitted regressions based on used vehicle ads
Below are fitted regressions based on used vehicle ads. Observed ranges ofX are shown. The assumed regression model is AskingPrice = f (VehicleAge). (a) Interpret the slopes. (b) Are the intercepts meaningful? Explain. (c) Assess the fit of each model. (d) Is a bivariate model adequate
to explain vehicle prices? If not, what other predictors might be considered? (Data are from Detroit’s AutoFocus 4, Issue 38 [September 17–23, 2004]. Data are for educational purposes only and should not be viewed as a guide to vehicle prices.)
Vehicle n Intercept Slope R2 MinAge Max Age
Ford Explorer | 31 | 22,252 | −2,452 | .643 | 2 | 6 |
Ford F-150 Pickup | 43 | 26,164 | −2,239 | .713 | 1 | 37 |
Ford Mustang | 33 | 21,308 | −1,691 | .328 | 1 | 10 |
Ford Taurus | 32 | 13,160 | −906 | .679 | 1 | 14 |
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