Question

what is the relationship between two variables if the points on a scatter plot form a straight line?
a. linear relationship
b. no relationship
c. random relationship
d. nonlinear relationship
which variable is typically represented on the y - axis of a scatter plot?
a. independent variable
b. control variable
c. main variable
d. dependent variable

Explanation:

For the first question, a straight - line formation in a scatter plot implies a linear relationship. For the second question, by convention, the dependent variable is on the y - axis.

Answer:

a. Linear relationship; d. Dependent variable