Question

determine whether the graph shows a positive, negative, or no correlation. explain.
source: u.s. census bureau
there is select choice correlation because as years increase, the amount of imports select choice
u.s. imports from mexico
years since 2003
0 1 2 3 4 5
imports ($ billions) 0 130 160 190 220 250

Explanation:

Step1: Observe the graph trend

As the years since 2003 (x - values) increase, the amount of imports (y - values) also increases.

Step2: Recall correlation definition

In a positive correlation, as one variable increases, the other variable also increases.

Answer:

There is a positive correlation because as years increase, the amount of imports increases.