Paul records data that indicate that the number of hot chocolates sold at a concession stand increases as temperature outside decreases. (For example, more hot chocolates are purchased during late fall than late spring.) Which statement is the MOST accurate depiction of this finding?
A) There is a correlation between the two variables.
B) There is a high, positive correlation between the two variables.
C) There is a low, positive correlation between the two variables.
D) There is a negative correlation between the two variables.

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The data indicates that as one variable (temperature outside) increases, the other variable (number of hot chocolates sold) decreases. This is a negative correlation. Therefore, choice D is the most accurate depiction of this finding.

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