Question

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

The image is a scatterplot showing the relationship between a car's Weight and its Fuel Efficiency (Miles Per Gallon).

Here is a detailed description of the graph:

Variables:

X-axis (Horizontal): Labeled "Car Weight (in tons)," ranging from approximately 1.5 to 5.5 tons.

Y-axis (Vertical): Labeled "Miles Per Gallon," ranging from 10 to over 30 MPG.

Data Points: There are multiple individual data points plotted, each representing a specific car.

Relationship (Correlation): The data points generally trend downward and to the right. This indicates a strong negative correlation between the two variables. This suggests that as the weight of a car increases, its fuel efficiency (Miles Per Gallon) tends to decrease.

Strength of Correlation: The points are relatively clustered around a line, suggesting a strong relationship, though with some variability.
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Responses

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

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.

Gas mileage decreases with an increase in car weight.
Gas mileage decreases with an increase in car weight.
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Answer 1

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

Reason: The scatterplot shows a strong negative correlation (points trend downward to the right), meaning heavier cars tend to have lower miles per gallon.