IB skill practice

Interpret logarithmic regression parameters

Use logarithmic regression output to predict or interpret a model parameter.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Interpret logarithmic regression parameters - method selection

A sports analytics team logarithmic regression model is \(y=7+2.1\ln x\). Predict \(y\) when \(x=6\). Enter the requested value and choose the interpretation that matches the result.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.