Question

gianna created the scatter plot shown. which would not be a reasonable variable for the y - axis?
a. the height of a plant
b. the percentage of a project remaining
c. the total number of miles run
d. the balance of a savings account

Explanation:

• For option A: As days pass, a plant's height can increase, which is consistent with the upward trend of the scatter - plot.
• For option B: As days pass (work on a project is done), the percentage of a project remaining should decrease. But the scatter - plot shows an increasing trend.
• For option C: As days pass, the total number of miles run (if running each day) can increase, which is consistent with the upward trend of the scatter - plot.
• For option D: As days pass (saving money each day), the balance of a savings account can increase, which is consistent with the upward trend of the scatter - plot.

Answer:

B. The percentage of a project remaining