Bivariate Data Flashcardizz

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What is a line of best fit used for?

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To predict things.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.2

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What is bivariate data?

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Data that involves two different variables.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What does a scatter plot represent?

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A graph that shows the relationship between two variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What is the purpose of making predictions in bivariate data analysis?

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To estimate future values based on existing data.

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What does a positive trend in a scatter plot indicate?

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As one variable increases, the other variable also increases.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What does a negative trend in a scatter plot indicate?

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As one variable increases, the other variable decreases.

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CCSS.HSF-LE.A.1B

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What is the meaning of correlation in bivariate data?

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A measure of the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What is the range of values for correlation coefficients?

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From -1 to 1.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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What does a correlation coefficient of 0 indicate?

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No correlation between the two variables.

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CCSS.HSS.ID.B.5

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How do you determine the line of best fit on a scatter plot?

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By finding the line that minimizes the distance between the line and all the points.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5