Which line best fits the data shown in the scatter plot? \( y=0.5 x+2 \) \( y=-2 x-0.5 \) \( y=-0.5 x+2 \) \( y=2 x+0.5 \)
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The data points appear to have a positive correlation, meaning as \( x \) increases, \( y \) also increases. Show more…
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