Question

which of the following best describes the relationship between the variables shown on this scatter plot?
choose one option
a weak, positive linear association
b strong, positive linear association
c weak, negative linear association
d strong, negative linear association

Explanation:

A positive linear association means as one variable increases, the other also increases. The points in the scatter - plot are close to the line (indicating strength) and the line has a positive slope.

Answer:

B. strong, positive linear association