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Energy consumption is claimed to be a good predictor of Gross National Product. An economist recorded the energy consumption (x) and the Gross National Product for eight countries. The data are shown in the table.
Energy Consumption x
|
3.4
|
7.7
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12.0
|
75
|
58
|
67
|
113
|
131
|
Gross National Product y
|
55
|
240
|
390
|
1100
|
1390
|
1330
|
1400
|
1900
|