Question

which of the following scatter plots shows a strong, negative linear association between variables?
choose one option

Explanation:

• A strong linear association means the points are close to the line.
• A negative association means as one variable increases, the other decreases (down - ward slope).
• Option A: Points are close to the line (strong) and the line has a negative slope (negative association).
• Option B: Positive association (up - ward slope).
• Option C: Positive association (up - ward slope) and points are more spread out (weaker association).
• Option D: Points are more spread out (weaker association).

Answer:

A.