Question

as the value of the correlation coefficient increases from 0 to 1, or decreases from 0 to -1, how do the points of the scatter plot fit the regression line? choose the correct answer. the points would be further from the origin. the correlation coefficient determines the relationship, but tells nothing about the points. they would be scattered further from the line. they would be clustered closer to the line.

Explanation:

The correlation coefficient measures the strength of the linear relationship between two variables. A value closer to 1 or -1 indicates a stronger linear relationship, meaning the data points are more tightly clustered around the regression line. As the coefficient moves from 0 to 1 or -1, the fit of the points to the line improves, so they cluster closer to it.

Answer:

They would be clustered closer to the line.