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MDM4U - Mathematics of Data Management 12 (2025-26) - A
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Which set of data would most likely show a positive correlation?
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A.a. All of the above
B.b. Distance driven and fuel used (same vehicle)
C.c. Years of work experience and annual salary (same job type)
D.d. Number of hours of sunlight and sales of sunglasses
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To determine which data set would most likely show a positive correlation, I will evaluate each option.
Option a: All of the above. If every individual data pair (B, C, and D) tends to increase together, then the overall set would also show a positive correlation. This option hinges on the......Login to view full explanationLog in for full answers
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