Below is a scatterplot of the number of home runs versus the number of stolen bases for major league teams in 2009. American League teams are represented by filled circles, and National League teams are represented by open circles. We conclude that:
A)there is a strong positive association for American League teams but a negative association for National League teams.
B)there is a strong negative association for American League teams but a positive association for National League teams.
C)there is no association for either league.
D)all American League teams hit more home runs and stole more bases than did National League teams.

Question

Below is a scatterplot of the number of home runs versus the number of stolen bases for major league teams in 2009. American League teams are represented by filled circles, and National League teams are represented by open circles.  We conclude that:
A)there is a strong positive association for American League teams but a negative association for National League teams. 
B)there is a strong negative association for American League teams but a positive association for National League teams. 
C)there is no association for either league. 
D)all American League teams hit more home runs and stole more bases than did National League teams.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There does not appear to be a strong association for either league, as there are data points scattered throughout the plot for both leagues. Additionally, the question does not provide any information to support choice D.

Below Is a Scatterplot of the Number of Home Runs