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ALG2.212 Scatter Plots, Correlation, and Causation Worksheet

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This Algebra II Math worksheet provides structured practice on ALG2.212 Scatter Plots, Correlation, and Causation. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

ALG2.212 Scatter Plots, Correlation, and Causation - Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS S-ID.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Select the correct interpretation of scatter plots, describe direction and strength of association, and distinguish correlation from causation. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS S-ID.5; CA CCSSM S-ID.5; MA 2017 S-ID.5; NY NGLS S-ID.5; TX TEKS Algebra II: §111.40. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.

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Algebra II

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Math

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Math Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
A headline says, More neighborhood parks cause higher home values, based on a scatter plot of cities. Which critique is strongest?
AA positive scatter plot always proves the headline
BParks and home values cannot be numerical variables
CThe headline is proven false because all correlations are zero
DThe plot may show association, but city income, density, and location could also influence both parks and home values
Solution & Explanation:A city-level scatter plot can suggest an association, but confounding variables may explain part or all of the pattern.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
An observational study finds a positive association between hours on a social media app and reported anxiety. Which statement is most responsible?
AThe app is proven to cause anxiety in every user
BAnxiety is proven to cause the app to exist
CThe variables are associated, but self-selection and other factors could affect both app use and anxiety
DThe association must be ignored because it is positive
Solution & Explanation:Observational data can show association, but other factors and direction of influence must be considered before claiming cause.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
A scatter plot of athletic training hours and race time uses data only from elite runners. Why might the association not apply to all students?
AElite runner data always prove causation for everyone
BThe sample has restricted range and may not represent the larger population
CRace time cannot be plotted as a variable
DA scatter plot from a sample must have r = 0
Solution & Explanation:A sample containing only elite runners may exclude the wider variation found in all students, limiting generalization.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Algebra II Math students. It aligns with educational standard S-ID.5 (Primary standard selected for prompt fields in this prompt cell: CCSS S-ID.5. Skill statement in this prompt cell: Select the correct interpretation of scatter plots, describe direction and strength of association, and distinguish correlation from causation. Associated standards listed with this skill in this prompt cell: CCSS S-ID.5; CA CCSSM S-ID.5; MA 2017 S-ID.5; NY NGLS S-ID.5; TX TEKS Algebra II: §111.40. Use this prompt-provided wording as the supporting standard description for this workflow.).

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