Concept explainers
(a)
To describe the direction, form and strength of the
(a)
Explanation of Solution
By looking at the scatterplot we can say that, the relationship seems to have a positive association (slopes upwards), strong (points are close together) and quadratic (shape of a parabola).
(b)
To describe in what way these three unusual points different.
(b)
Explanation of Solution
A (hippopotamus) is unusual because of its long life span and average gestation.
B (giraffe) is unusual for its short life span and long gestation.
C (Asian elephant) is unusual for its long life span and long gestation.
(c)
To explain if we were to add a point for humans on the plot then will it be a part of general pattern or a part of unusual point.
(c)
Explanation of Solution
If we were to add a point for humans on the plot then it would be an unusual point, because humans have an extremely long life span (compared to the given animals).
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