Scatter Plots

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What is a scatter plot?

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A scatter plot is a graph that shows the relationship between two quantitative variables by displaying data points on a two-dimensional axis.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does a positive correlation in a scatter plot indicate?

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A positive correlation indicates that as one variable increases, the other variable also tends to increase.

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What does a negative correlation in a scatter plot indicate?

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A negative correlation indicates that as one variable increases, the other variable tends to decrease.

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What does 'no association' mean in the context of scatter plots?

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'No association' means that there is no discernible relationship between the two variables; changes in one variable do not predict changes in the other.

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How can you identify a linear relationship in a scatter plot?

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A linear relationship can be identified if the data points form a pattern that can be approximated by a straight line.

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What is the purpose of using scatter plots?

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Scatter plots are used to visually represent the relationship between two variables and to identify trends, patterns, or correlations.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What does it mean if a scatter plot has a cluster of points?

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A cluster of points indicates that there is a concentration of data points in that area, suggesting a potential relationship or trend.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What is the difference between correlation and causation?

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Correlation indicates a relationship between two variables, while causation implies that one variable directly affects the other.

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What is an outlier in a scatter plot?

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An outlier is a data point that lies far away from the other points in the scatter plot, which may indicate an anomaly or error in data.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.1

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What are the axes in a scatter plot typically labeled with?

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The axes in a scatter plot are typically labeled with the names of the two variables being compared, along with their respective units.

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