The Scatterplot Below Displays the Amount of Nitrous Oxide (NO) $\mathrm { NO }$

question 119

Multiple Choice

The scatterplot below displays the amount of nitrous oxide (NO) explained by the amount of carbon monoxide (CO) emissions in million metric tons over a ten year period in the United States. Select the choice that best
Describes any relationship between the variables.

• A) There is a negative linear association between \(\mathrm { NO }\) and CO.
• B) Overall, there is no noticeable relationship between \(\mathrm { NO }\) and CO.
• C) There is a positive linear association between \(\mathrm { NO }\) and CO.
• D) \(\mathrm { NO }\) can be explained by CO.

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