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QuizMultiple Choice

Drawing Trend Lines

Question 10 • Pre-Algebra B

A scatterplot has a negative, linear correlation. Which statement is true about the relationship between the x- and y-values?

Answer
A
As the x-values increase, the y-values tend to increase.
B
As the x-values increase, the y-values tend to decrease.
C
As the x-values decrease, the y-values tend to decrease.
D
As the x-values decrease, the y-values tend to vary randomly.

Explanation

A negative linear correlation means the variables tend to move in opposite directions: when x increases, y tends to decrease. Therefore, the true statement is “As the x-values increase, the y-values tend to decrease.”

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