A Graphed Cluster of Dots,each of Which Represents the Values

question 99

Multiple Choice

A graphed cluster of dots,each of which represents the values of two factors,is called a

• A) replication.
• B) scatterplot.
• C) control group.
• D) correlation coefficient.

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Definitions:

freshwater Stickleback

A small fish found in freshwater environments, often used in studies of evolution, ecology, and behavior.

Bighorn Sheep

A species of sheep native to North America, known for its large horns and rugged mountain habitats.

Horn Length

A measure of the length of the keratinous projections found on the heads of certain animals, such as deer and cattle, often used in mating displays and defense.

Directional Selection

A form of natural selection where one extreme phenotype is favored over other phenotypes, leading to a shift in the population’s phenotype distribution.