A Scatter Plot Showing the Relationship Between Two Variables Shows

question 40

Multiple Choice

A scatter plot showing the relationship between two variables shows data points that form a circular pattern.What kind of relationship is indicated by this pattern?

• A)positive
• B)negative
• C)curvilinear
• D)These data show no consistent relationship.

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