Question

lesson 13: charts and graphs
scatter plots
the state that spends the least amount of money per pupil has the lowest average test scores.
a. true
b. false
check answer
average state reading scores of 4th graders vs per pupil spending (2005-2006)
scatter plot with “per pupil expenditure” (y - axis) and “average reading score” (x - axis) shown

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze the scatter plot (Average State Reading Scores of 4th Graders vs Per Pupil Spending). The state with the least per - pupil spending (lowest on the "Per Pupil Expenditure" axis) does not necessarily have the lowest average test score (on the "Average Reading Score" axis). There's no clear negative linear relationship where the minimum spending corresponds to the minimum score. So the statement is false.

Answer:

b. False