Question

the scatter plot below shows data points and the line of best fit. identify the association on the scatter plot.
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strong positive association
strong negative association
moderate or weak positive association
moderate or weak negative association

Explanation:

Step1: Check trend direction

The line of best fit slopes downward (as explanatory variable increases, response variable decreases), so association is negative.

Step2: Assess strength

Data points are scattered widely around the line, not tightly clustered, indicating weak/moderate strength.

Answer:

Moderate or weak negative association