If the Data in a Scatter Diagram Is Scattered Completely

question 102

Multiple Choice

If the data in a scatter diagram is scattered completely at random,what do you conclude?

• A)There is no linear relationship between X and Y.
• B)There is a strong linear relationship between X and Y.
• C)There is a strong linear relationship between X and Y that is described by a horizontal (flat)line.
• D)None of these choices.

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