Question 15 (6 points)
You are given a data set containing values for the dependent variable y and one
independent variable x.
Based on statistical analysis, it is determined that covariance $s_{xy} = -18.59$,
variance of x $s_x^2 = 21.23$, and variance of y $s_y^2 = 68.09$
The slope $b_1$ for the estimated regression equation equals ______
(Round your answer to two decimal places.)