Interpreting Data Trends

Learn to read graphs, tables, and identify relationships between variables.

⏱️ 4 min ❓ 5 Questions Progress: 0/5

Question 1

In a scatter plot, what does a cluster of points moving upward to the right suggest?

Explanation

Points trending upward indicate that as one variable increases, so does the other (positive correlation).

Question 2

What is the independent variable typically placed on?

Explanation

The independent variable (manipulated or controlled) is on the x-axis; dependent variable (measured) is on y-axis.

Question 3

If Study A had 50 participants and Study B had 200, which is more reliable?

Explanation

Generally, larger sample sizes reduce random error and increase reliability, all else being equal.

Question 4

What does a flat line on a distance-time graph indicate?

Explanation

If distance doesn't change over time (flat line), the object is stationary.

Question 5

In an experiment testing fertilizer, the group with no fertilizer is called:

Explanation

The control group provides a baseline to compare against groups that receive the experimental treatment.

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