Scatter Plots - Worksheet 4 - 8th Grade
MediumCreate and interpret scatter plots to identify trends (Medium)
14 problems · 20-25 minutes · Skills: statistics, scatter plots, data analysis
About This Worksheet
This medium-level worksheet contains 14 problems designed for 8th Grade students practicing scatter plots. Medium worksheets introduce larger numbers and varied question formats to deepen understanding and build fluency.
Scatter plots reveal relationships between two variables — a foundational data analysis skill used in science experiments, social science research, and business analytics. Identifying trends visually before quantifying them with statistics is a key habit of data thinking.
- Plot ordered pairs on a scatter plot from two-variable data
- Identify positive, negative, and no correlation in scatter plots
- Describe the direction, form, and strength of an association
- Identify outliers in a scatter plot and explain their effect on the pattern
- Interpret what the association between two variables suggests about a real-world context
How to Solve: Worked Example
- Read the problem carefully.
- Identify what is being asked.
- Use what you know to find the answer.
- Check your work.
Answer Key
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