Which of the following pairs of variables would illustrate a negative correlation?
A) ocean temperature and the number of people at the beach
B) adult shoe size and IQ scores
C) the price of a car and the mileage on the odometer
D) height and weight

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The price of a car and the mileage on the odometer are likely to have a negative correlation, meaning as the mileage on the odometer increases, the price of the car tends to decrease. This is because cars with higher mileage are perceived to be more worn out and have more wear and tear, which reduces their value.

Which of the Following Pairs of Variables Would Illustrate a Negative