Scatter Plot

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What is a scatter plot?

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

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does a positive relationship in a scatter plot indicate?

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

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What does a negative relationship in a scatter plot indicate?

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

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CCSS.HSF.LE.B.5

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What does 'no association' mean in the context of a scatter plot?

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'No association' means that there is no discernible pattern or relationship between the two variables being plotted.

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What is a linear association?

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A linear association is a relationship between two variables that can be represented by a straight line on a scatter plot.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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What is a non-linear association?

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A non-linear association is a relationship between two variables that does not follow a straight line, indicating a more complex relationship.

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CCSS.8.F.A.3

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How can you identify a strong positive association in a scatter plot?

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A strong positive association is identified when the data points are closely clustered around an upward-sloping line.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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How can you identify a strong negative association in a scatter plot?

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A strong negative association is identified when the data points are closely clustered around a downward-sloping line.

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What does it mean if a scatter plot shows a weak association?

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A weak association means that the data points are more spread out and do not closely follow a clear trend.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What is the purpose of using scatter plots?

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Scatter plots are used to visually represent the relationship between two variables, making it easier to identify trends, correlations, and outliers.

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