Predict the mean grade for students who turn in papers weighing 6 ounces
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The secretary of Gamma Gamma Gamma fraternity has done some research on the grading practices of Professor Neumann's classes, he has assembled the following data: mean weight of papers = 8.3 ounces, mean grade = 76.6, r = 0.84, and b = 5.8. Predict the mean grade for students who turn in papers weighing 6 ounces.
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