Question

look at the scatter plot. which type of pattern is displayed in this scatter plot? a a linear positive association with outliers b a linear negative association with clustering c a linear negative association with no outliers d a linear positive association with no clustering

Explanation:

Step1: Check the direction of association

As \(x\) increases, \(y\) decreases. So it is a negative association.

Step2: Check for clustering

Points are grouped together in some regions (e.g., near \(x = 2\) - \(x=4\) and \(x = 8\) - \(x = 10\)).

Answer:

B. a linear negative association with clustering