Question

The scatter plot represents the weight of a car and its gas mileage. Based on the data presented, which statement is true?

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Responses

The heaviest car gets the best gas mileage.
The heaviest car gets the best gas mileage.

Gas mileage decreases with an increase in car weight.
Gas mileage decreases with an increase in car weight.

The lightest car gets the worst gas mileage.
The lightest car gets the worst gas mileage.

Gas mileage decreases with a decrease in car weight.
Gas mileage decreases with a decrease in car weight.
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Answer 1

Based on the typical relationship between car weight and gas mileage, the most accurate statement is:

**Gas mileage decreases with an increase in car weight.**

Heavier cars generally consume more fuel, leading to lower gas mileage. The other statements you provided are likely incorrect in this context, especially the claim that the lightest car gets the worst gas mileage, which is usually not true.