Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Scatter diagrams

Scatter diagrams — practice question

(a(i))[1]

“The scatter diagram shows positive correlation.” Is this statement true or false? Explain your answer.

(a(ii))[1]

Circle this point on the scatter diagram.

(a(iii))[1]

Sketch a line of best fit on the scatter diagram.

(a(iv))[1]

Use your line of best fit to estimate the cost of this journey.

(b(i))[1]

Calculate how much Arit pays when they divide the cost equally.

(b(ii)(a))[2]

Simplify the ratio $12 : 3 : 7.5$ to its lowest terms.

(b(ii)(b))[3]

Calculate how much extra Arit pays compared with an equal split.

(c)[3]

Calculate the value of the investment after 6 years. Give your answer correct to the nearest dollar.

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