Almost All of the Acidity of Soda Pop Comes from the Phosphoric

question 50

Multiple Choice

Almost all of the acidity of soda pop comes from the phosphoric acid which is added to give them a sharper flavor.Is there a relation between the pH of the soda and the amount of phosphoric acid (in grams) ? The pH and phosphoric acid content of 12 ounces of several brands of soda are shown on the following scatterplot.The correlation between pH and phosphoric acid is $$- 0.956$$ .Describe the association.

• A)Strong relation in a negative direction
• B)Weak linear relation in a negative direction
• C)Strong linear relation in a positive direction
• D)Very strong linear relation in a negative direction
• E)No evidence of relation

---

Definitions:

Planning Ahead

The process of thinking about and organizing the activities required to achieve a desired goal in the future.

Emotional Control

The ability to manage and regulate one's emotions, particularly in challenging or stressful situations, to achieve desired outcomes.

Adolescence

The developmental stage between childhood and adulthood characterized by physical, psychological, and social changes, typically occurring between ages 10 and 19.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the production of many of the body's essential hormones, influencing hunger, thirst, temperature, and sexual behavior.