Question

which best describes the association shown in the scatter plot below? negative and nonlinear negative and linear positive and nonlinear positive and linear

Explanation:

To determine the association in a scatter plot, we analyze two aspects: direction (positive/negative) and form (linear/nonlinear). A positive association means as one variable increases, the other tends to increase. A linear association has points that roughly follow a straight line.

Looking at the scatter plot:

• Direction: As the x - value (horizontal axis) increases, the y - value (vertical axis) also increases. This indicates a positive association.
• Form: The points appear to lie close to a straight line, suggesting a linear relationship.

Answer:

Positive and linear