Dr Schott's Scatterplot Reveals No Real Patterns or Clusters

question 201

Multiple Choice

Dr. Schott's scatterplot reveals no real patterns or clusters. In fact, the data seems to fall randomly on the graph. This pattern of results is most likely from which type of correlation?

• A) positive
• B) zero
• C) negative
• D) skewed

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Definitions:

Developmental Psychology

A branch of psychology focused on how people grow and change throughout the lifespan, including cognitive, emotional, and social development.

Cognitive Changes

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Living Longer

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Social Psychology

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