Scatterplots & Trend Lines

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What is a scatterplot?

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

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does a trend line represent in a scatterplot?

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A trend line is a straight line that best represents the data points in a scatterplot, showing the general direction of the data.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does it mean if a scatterplot shows a positive association?

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A positive association 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 does it mean if a scatterplot shows a negative association?

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A negative association 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 does it mean if there is no association in a scatterplot?

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No association means that changes in one variable do not affect the other variable.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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How can you determine the trend from a scatterplot?

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You can determine the trend by observing the overall direction of the data points; if they rise, it's positive; if they fall, it's negative.

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What is the purpose of using a scatterplot?

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The purpose of using a scatterplot is to visually display the relationship between two variables and identify any patterns.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What is an example of a variable that might be plotted against test scores?

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An example could be the number of hours studied before the test.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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If a student has 6 absences, how can you find their expected exam score from a scatterplot?

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You would locate 6 absences on the x-axis and see where it intersects with the trend line to find the corresponding exam score.

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What does it mean if a trend line slopes upwards?

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If a trend line slopes upwards, it indicates a positive relationship between the two variables.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5