Asked by Amanda Grmick on Jun 24, 2024

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Which of the following provides a likely example of two positively correlated variables?

A) hours spent playing computer games and hours spent outdoors
B) annual number of days missed from work and annual production bonus wages
C) average daily temperature and number of people at the beach
D) number of students an instructor has in a class and time spent with each individual

Positively Correlated

A relationship between two variables where an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in the other.

Average Daily Temperature

The mean temperature calculated by averaging the highest and lowest temperatures recorded in a 24-hour period.

Computer Games

Electronic games played using a personal computer or gaming console, involving interaction with user interface or input device for visual feedback.

  • Acquire an understanding of the concepts related to correlation and causation, including recognizing their distinctions.
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Caitlyn CopenhagenJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
As the average daily temperature increases, it is likely that the number of people at the beach would also increase, indicating a positive correlation.