Which Type of Relationship Is Graphed in the Following Scatterplot

question 149

Multiple Choice

Which type of relationship is graphed in the following scatterplot?

• A)no relationship
• B)positive curvilinear relationship
• C)negative linear relationship
• D)positive linear relationship

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Definitions:

Socially Efficient

A situation where resources are allocated in a way that maximizes the total benefit to society.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller dominating the market, often leading to higher prices and lower output than in competitive markets.

Deadweight Loss

A decrease in economic efficiency occurring when a good or service does not reach its free market equilibrium.

Economic Profits

The difference between total revenue and total economic costs (including both explicit and implicit costs), representing the additional income above the opportunity cost.