Scatterplots

Scatterplots

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Mathematics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a scatterplot?

Back

A scatterplot is a graph that shows the relationship between two quantitative variables by displaying data points on a two-dimensional axis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a linear relationship in a scatterplot indicate?

Back

A linear relationship indicates that as one variable increases or decreases, the other variable does so in a consistent manner, forming a straight line when graphed.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a positive association in a scatterplot?

Back

A positive association occurs when, as one variable increases, the other variable also increases, resulting in an upward trend in the scatterplot.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a negative association in a scatterplot?

Back

A negative association occurs when, as one variable increases, the other variable decreases, resulting in a downward trend in the scatterplot.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'no association' mean in a scatterplot?

Back

'No association' means that there is no discernible pattern or relationship between the two variables; the points are scattered randomly.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an outlier in a scatterplot?

Back

An outlier is a data point that is significantly different from other points in the dataset, often lying far away from the main cluster of points.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a cluster in a scatterplot?

Back

A cluster is a group of data points that are close together, indicating a concentration of values in that area of the graph.

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