Paul Records Data That Indicate That the Number of Hot

question 1

Multiple Choice

Paul records data that indicate that the number of hot chocolates sold at a concession stand increases as temperature outside decreases. (For example, more hot chocolates are purchased during late fall than late spring.) Which statement is the MOST accurate depiction of this finding?

• A) There is a correlation between the two variables.
• B) There is a high, positive correlation between the two variables.
• C) There is a low, positive correlation between the two variables.
• D) There is a negative correlation between the two variables.

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Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services supplied and demanded at the equilibrium price, where market supply and demand balance each other.

Pumpkin Market

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Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service demanded equals the quantity supplied.

Equilibrium Quantity

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