The scatter plot for a set of X and Y values shows the data points clustered in a nearly perfect circle.For these data,what is the most likely value for the correlation?
A)a positive correlation near 0
B)a negative correlation near 0
C)either positive or negative near 0
D)a value near +1.00 or 1.00

Question

The scatter plot for a set of X and Y values shows the data points clustered in a nearly perfect circle.For these data,what is the most likely value for the correlation?​
A)a positive correlation near 0​
B)​a negative correlation near 0
C)​either positive or negative near 0
D)​a value near +1.00 or 1.00

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When data points are clustered in a nearly perfect circle, it indicates that there is no linear relationship between the variables X and Y. This scenario suggests that the correlation coefficient is likely near 0, but it does not indicate whether it is positive or negative, hence either positive or negative near 0 is correct.

The Scatter Plot for a Set of X and Y