Scatterplots

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What is a scatterplot?

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A scatterplot is a graphical representation of two variables, showing the relationship between them using points on a Cartesian plane.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does a negative correlation in a scatterplot indicate?

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A negative correlation indicates that as one variable increases, the other variable tends to decrease.

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What does no correlation mean in a scatterplot?

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No correlation means there is no discernible relationship between the two variables; the points do not show any pattern.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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How can you determine the line of best fit in a scatterplot?

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The line of best fit is determined by drawing a line that best represents the data points, minimizing the distance between the points and the line.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is the purpose of the line of best fit?

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The line of best fit is used to make predictions about one variable based on the value of another variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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How do you interpret the slope of the line of best fit?

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The slope indicates the rate of change between the two variables; a positive slope means both variables increase together, while a negative slope means one variable decreases as the other increases.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is the significance of the y-intercept in a scatterplot?

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The y-intercept is the value of the dependent variable when the independent variable is zero; it provides a starting point for the line of best fit.

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How can you use a scatterplot to make predictions?

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You can use the line of best fit to estimate the value of one variable based on the value of another variable.

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What is the relationship between the amount of gas in a car's tank and distance traveled in a scatterplot?

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The relationship typically shows a negative correlation, as the amount of gas decreases as distance traveled increases.

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How do you find the average value for a given input using a scatterplot?

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You can find the average value by locating the corresponding point on the line of best fit for the given input.