Question

Which scatterplot would have a trend line with a negative slope?

On a graph, points are scattered all over the graph.
On a graph, points are grouped together and decrease.
On a graph, points are grouped together and increase.

Answer 1

Answer: B, the middle graph - "On a graph, points are grouped together and decrease."

Explanation:

A negative slope means the x-value is going down as the y-value increases. The only option that consistently meets this criteria is B, "On a graph, points are grouped together and decrease."