Scatterplot Vocabulary Words

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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, showing how one variable is affected by another.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does the line of best fit represent in a scatterplot?

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The line of best fit represents the trend or relationship between the variables in the scatterplot.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.2

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What does it mean if a scatterplot shows no correlation?

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It means there is no relationship between the variables.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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How do you interpret a scatterplot?

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Interpreting a scatterplot involves analyzing the relationship between two variables by looking for patterns or trends in the plotted points.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What is a positive correlation in a scatterplot?

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

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What is a negative correlation in a scatterplot?

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

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What is the purpose of labeling axes in a scatterplot?

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Labeling axes helps to identify the variables being compared and provides context for the data.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does it mean to have a curvilinear relationship in a scatterplot?

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A curvilinear relationship means that the relationship between the variables is not linear and can be represented by a curve.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What is the significance of outliers in a scatterplot?

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Outliers are data points that differ significantly from other observations and can affect the overall trend and interpretation of the scatterplot.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What is the difference between correlation and causation?

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Correlation indicates a relationship between two variables, while causation implies that one variable directly affects the other.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

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