Problem-Solving and Data AnalysisEasyReading a trend from paired data
Problem-Solving and Data Analysis practice question
A table shows that as the number of hours a shop stays open each day increased from 6 to 8 to 10, its daily sales rose from $900 to $1,200 to $1,500. Which statement describes the relationship shown?
- A. Daily sales increased as opening hours increased.Correct
- B. Daily sales decreased as opening hours increased.
- C. Daily sales did not change with opening hours.
- D. Opening hours decreased as sales increased.
Answer: A. Daily sales increased as opening hours increased.
Both rise together.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Daily sales decreased as opening hours increased.
- Sales rose.
- C. Daily sales did not change with opening hours.
- Sales changed.
- D. Opening hours decreased as sales increased.
- Hours rose.
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