Question

which scatter plot shows a negative linear association in the data?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall negative - linear - assoc. def.

In a negative linear association, as x increases, y decreases in a somewhat linear fashion.

Step2: Examine scatter - plots

Look for a pattern where points generally slope downwards from left to right.

Answer:

The scatter - plot where points generally go down as we move from left to right. (Since no specific plot is labeled, describe the visual pattern.)