Scatter Graphs & Correlation
Describe simple mathematical relationships between two variables using scatter graphs, identify positive, negative, or no correlation, and use a line of best fit to make predictions
Typical age: 13–14 years
“If your child plotted a scatter graph — say, comparing hours of revision and test scores — could they draw a line of best fit, describe the pattern, and use it to make a prediction?”
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Needs first
- Statistical Analysis VocabularyREQUIRED
Describing correlation and using a scatter graph requires 'correlation', 'scatter graph', and 'line of best fit'
- Coordinates (age 11+)REQUIRED
Scatter graphs require confident coordinate plotting in the first quadrant and beyond
- Linear Function Graphs
Line of best fit connects to understanding linear relationships from y = mx + c
- Comparing measurementsREQUIRED
Interpreting scatter graphs requires understanding averages and data distributions