Question

which statement correctly interprets the scatter plot? a. the scatter plot shows a weak positive correlation. b. the scatter plot shows a strong positive correlation. c. the scatter plot shows a strong negative correlation. d. there is no correlation shown on the scatter plot. u.s. national debt (trillions of dollars) years since 2000

Explanation:

Step1: Observe scatter - plot trend

As the years (x - axis) increase, the U.S. National Debt (y - axis) decreases.

Step2: Recall correlation concepts

A negative correlation means as one variable increases, the other decreases. The points are closely aligned along a line, indicating a strong relationship.

Answer:

B. The scatter plot shows a strong negative correlation.