PRC-2 · Chapter 10 · Question 15 of 60
When constructing a simple scatter diagram, on which axis is the independent variable (x) traditionally plotted?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) The horizontal x-axis
Explanation
In standard cartesian coordinate mapping for regression and scatter diagrams, the independent variable (the cause) is always plotted along the horizontal x-axis.
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