Question

describe the type of association (positive, negative, or no) each scatter plot shows. draw a trend line, if possible.
10.__________association
11.__________association

Explanation:

• For scatter - plot 10: As \(x\) increases, \(y\) generally increases. So, it has a positive association. A trend line (a straight line that approximates the pattern of the data points) can be drawn.
• For scatter - plot 11: There is no clear pattern as \(x\) increases. The data points are randomly distributed. So, it has no association. A trend line cannot be drawn in a meaningful way.

Answer:

1. Positive
2. No