$\begin{array}{lllllll}\mathrm{x} & 1 & 6 & 4 & 3 & 7 & 2 \\\mathrm{y} & 3 & 6 & 4 & 4 & 5 & 2\end{array}$

question 7

Multiple Choice

$\begin{array}{lllllll}\mathrm{x} & 1 & 6 & 4 & 3 & 7 & 2 \\\mathrm{y} & 3 & 6 & 4 & 4 & 5 & 2\end{array}$

• A) The variables appear to be positively, linearly related.
• B) The variables do not appear to be linearly related.
• C) The variables appear to be
• D) The variables do not appear to be negatively, linearly related. linearly related.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

In a study, the variable that the researcher alters to determine its impact on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is observed and measured for change, thought to be influenced by the independent variable.

Illusory Correlation

The belief in a connection between two variables despite the absence of any actual relationship.

Negatively Correlated

Describes a relationship where one variable increases as the other decreases, or vice versa.