Question

suppose there is a relationship between independent and dependent variables represented by a scatterplot. which statement is correct?
the dependent variable influences change in the independent variable only if the points on the scatterplot go up from left to right.
the independent variable influences change in the dependent variable only if the points on the scatterplot go up from left to right.
the independent variable influences change in the dependent variable whether the points on the scatterplot go up or down from left to right.
the dependent variable influences change in the independent variable whether the points on the scatterplot go up or down from left to right.

Explanation:

In a scatter - plot, the independent variable is the one that is manipulated or changed (usually on the x - axis), and it influences the dependent variable (usually on the y - axis). The direction of the points (up or down from left to right) shows the nature of the relationship (positive or negative correlation), but the independent variable always has the potential to influence the dependent variable regardless of the direction of the scatter - plot points.

Answer:

The independent variable influences change in the dependent variable whether the points on the scatterplot go up or down from left to right.