Question

Which of the following observations in a data set would suggest that a clear trend exists?

(Select the three correct answers.)

(1 point)

The data points are scattered randomly all over the entire graph.

The data shows a different pattern each time it is collected.

The data points on a scatter plot appear to form a line or curve.

All of the measurements recorded for a variable are identical.

A line of best fit can be drawn to approximate the data points.

One variable consistently increases as the other variable increases.
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Answer 1

Correct answers:

- The data points on a scatter plot appear to form a line or curve.
- A line of best fit can be drawn to approximate the data points.
- One variable consistently increases as the other variable increases.