Question

Which phrase best describes a scatter plot in which the variables are correlated with r = 0.79?

A.) weak negative association
B.) weak positive association
C.) strong negative association
D.) strong positive association

Answer 1

Answer: D.) strong positive association

Explanation:

The given correlation coefficient
`r = 0.79`

Since its polarity is positive then it must represent a positive association.

We know that if the r value is closer to +1 or -1 then it tells that there is a stronger linear relationship between the two variables.

Also it lies between 0.5 to 1 i.e. 0.5 < 0.79 < 1, therefore it must represent a strong positive association between the two variables.

Answer 2

"Weak positive association" is the one phrase among the following choices given in the question that best describes a scatter plot in which the variables are correlated with r = 0.79. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the second option or option "B". I hope the answer helped you.