scatterplots basics 1

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What is a scatterplot?

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A scatterplot is a graph that displays values for typically two variables for a set of data. Each point represents an observation in the dataset.

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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 a positive correlation in a scatterplot indicate?

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A positive correlation indicates that as one variable increases, the other variable also tends to increase.

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What does no correlation mean in a scatterplot?

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No correlation means there is no apparent relationship between the two variables; changes in one variable do not predict changes in the other.

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How can you identify a linear relationship in a scatterplot?

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A linear relationship can be identified if the points in the scatterplot form a straight line or a pattern that closely resembles a straight line.

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What is the purpose of using scatterplots?

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Scatterplots are used to visually assess the relationship between two quantitative variables.

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What type of scatterplot would you expect when graphing temperature outside (x) and number of beach visitors (y)?

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You would expect a negative correlation, as higher temperatures typically lead to more visitors at the beach.

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What does the slope of a line in a scatterplot represent?

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The slope represents the rate of change between the two variables; a steeper slope indicates a stronger relationship.

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What is the significance of outliers in a scatterplot?

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Outliers are points that fall far from the general pattern of the data and can significantly affect the correlation and interpretation of the relationship.

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How can you determine the strength of a correlation from a scatterplot?

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The strength of a correlation can be determined by how closely the points cluster around a line; tighter clusters indicate a stronger correlation.