Year 11
Foundation

Plot a scatter graph and describe correlation

Year 11
Foundation

Plot a scatter graph and describe correlation

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Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will learn how to plot a scatter graph. We will also learn about different types of correlation in scatter graphs, and be able to correctly identify correlation patterns in scatter graphs.

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3 Questions

Q1.
Calculate the mean mark from the grouped frequency table.
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2995
50
Correct answer: 59.1
9.5
Q2.
Calculate the mean weight from the grouped frequency table, to 1 decimal place.
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13.4
5835
Correct answer: 72.9
Q3.
Calculate the mean age from the grouped frequency table, to 1 decimal place.
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Correct answer: 24.3
4.05
730

3 Questions

Q1.
The scatter graph shows the scores on a Maths test and the scores on an English test. Which point represents a Maths score of 45 and an English score of 30?
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A
B
Correct answer: C
Q2.
The scatter graph shows the scores on a Maths test and the scores on an English test. What does the red point represent?
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A Maths score of 30 and an English score of 30
Correct answer: A Maths score of 30 and an English score of 35
A Maths score of 35 and an English score of 30
Q3.
The scatter graph shows the scores on a Maths test and the scores on an English test. What type of correlation does the graph show?
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There is a negative correlation
Correct answer: There is a positive correlation
There is no correlation