One Important Reason for Displaying Correlational Data in a Scatterplot

question 2

Multiple Choice

One important reason for displaying correlational data in a scatterplot prior to computing a correlation coefficient is to determine whether

• A)the means for the two variables are the same.
• B)the relationship between the variables is nonlinear.
• C)the x- and y-axis for each variable has appropriate endpoints.
• D)the causal variable is graphed on the x-axis.

---

Definitions:

Primary Needs

Fundamental requirements essential for an individual's survival and well-being, such as food, shelter, and safety.

Motivation

the process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors.

Drives

The innate biological patterns of behavior that are assumed to be universal across cultures, which motivate behavior and underlie human motivation.

Human Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, encompassing various aspects of human experience and mental functions.