Which one of these images shows data generated uniformly at random?

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The question asks which image shows data generated uniformly at random, and the provided data includes only the chosen answer 'b.' with no explicit text for the answer options. Because the actual option texts are missing, I will outline how you would evaluate the images if you had the full options, and then apply that to the likely candidate.

Understanding uniform random data: Uniform randomness in two dimensions means the points are spread evenly across the entire plotting area with no visible clustering, gaps, or patterns. Over many samples, you should not see systematic bands, stripes, or clusters; the distribution should appear roughly constant in density across the plane.

How to evaluate each image (in general):
- Look for even coverage: Are there areas with noticeably more or fewer points than others, or is the point density relatively uniform across the entire canvas?
- Check for structure or patterns: Do points align along lines, curves, or grids, or do they appear independently scattered?
- Identify clustering: Do points tend to group in clusters rather than being evenly dispersed?

Applying this to the three candidate images (assuming the middle image corresponds to option b):
- If the top image shows a fairly even spread of points with no obvious pattern, that would be consistent with uniform randomness.
- If the middle image displays a uniform dispersion but with some mild variation in density, it could still be consistent with randomness subject to sampling variability.
- If the bottom image shows noticeable clustering or a biased density toward certain regions, that would be less consistent with a uniform random generation.

Because the options text is missing, I cannot definitively compare each labeled option (a, b, c, etc.) to the criterion. If you know that image b corresponds to the one with the most even, patternless spread across the entire plotting area, that is typically the best match for uniform data generation. Conversely, any image showing clear clustering, bands, or nonuniform density would be a poorer match.

Note: When options are incomplete or text labels are unavailable, ensuring a fair assessment requires either obtaining the full option texts or evaluating the actual images directly against the criterion of even, pattern-free dispersion across the plot area.

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Which one of these images shows data generated uniformly at random?

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