Q. 4.125 - Elementary Statistics

Question

If $y$ tends to increase linearly as $x$ increases, the variables are------ linearly correlated.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Positively

Step 1: Given Information

To determine the blank in the given statement.

Step 2: Explanation

If the value of $y$ rises as the value of $x$ rises, the two are positively connected.

Therefore, if $y$ tends to increase linearly as $x$ increases, the variables are positively linearly correlated.