When using the least-squares line for prediction, are results more reliable for

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When using the least-squares line for prediction, are results more reliable for extrapolation or interpolation? Extrapolation, because we are predicting from data in the range used to create the least-squares line. Interpolation, because we are predicting from data outside the range used to create the least-squares line. Extrapolation, because we are predicting from data outside the range used to create the least-squares line Interpolation, because we are predicting from data in the range used to create the least-squares line.

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interpolation, because we are predicting from data in the range used to create the least-squares line.

Option A is correct

Interpolation is the process of estimating the value of some data and processing it in-line with other data obtained from another source.

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