Question

which graph represents a strong negative correlation?

Explanation:

• A strong negative correlation in a scatter - plot is characterized by points that closely follow a downward - sloping trend.
• The first graph has points that are tightly clustered around a downward - sloping line, which is indicative of a strong negative correlation.
• The second graph has points that are scattered randomly, showing no clear correlation.
• The third graph has points that follow an upward - sloping trend (positive correlation).
• The fourth graph has points that are more spread out compared to the first one, so the negative correlation is not as strong.

Answer:

The first graph (the top - most graph among the options) represents a strong negative correlation.