Question

the graph shows the relationship between obesity rates and median income in certain states. which statement best describes what happens to the obesity rate as median income increases? the obesity rate goes up and down. the obesity rate increases. the obesity rate decreases. the obesity rate remains the same.

Explanation:

By observing the graph, as the median income (represented by the black line) increases (from states like Mississippi with lower income to Massachusetts with higher income), the obesity rate (red line) generally shows a downward trend. For example, Mississippi has a relatively low median income and a higher obesity rate, while Massachusetts has a higher median income and a lower obesity rate. So overall, as median income increases, the obesity rate decreases.

Answer:

The obesity rate decreases.