Question

At a snack bar, there is a negative correlation between the number of sports drinks sold and the number of hot chocolates sold.

Which variable is most likely the lurking variable that explains the correlation?



ages of customers
number of customers
outside temperature
price of sports drinks

Answer 1

Hi good morning

So answer A. Ages of customers can be the answer

Answer B.Number of customers can be eliminated.

Answer C. Outside temperature can effect the what people want to drink, if its hot sports drink, If its cold Hot chocolate for everyone ! I depends on the temperature.

Answer D. Price of sports drink can be eliminated.

so, MY conclusion is that it could very well be the age group. ( Answer A)

I hope this helps. I am very sorry if it is wrong. At least I tried

Have a good day ^^