The following table shows the running speed R, in centimeters per second, of ants as a function of the temperature T in degrees Celsius. Explain in practical terms the meaning of the slope of the regression equation.
 T 25.6 30.3 32.3 34.8 R 2.16 3.18 4.89 4.77?
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A. An increase of 1 degree in temperature results in an increase of 0.32 centimeters per second in running speed.
B. An increase of 1 degree in temperature results in an increase of  0.44 centimeters per second  in running speed.
C. An increase of 1 degree in temperature makes the running speed  0.32 times faster.
D. An increase of 1 degree in temperature makes the running speed 0.44 times faster.


Answer: A

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