Scatter Plots

 A scatter plot is a type of data visualization that uses Cartesian coordinates (x and y axes) to display individual data points. Each point represents a pair of values, one on the x-axis and one on the y-axis, to help visualize the relationship between two numerical variables.

Key features of a scatter plot:

1. Axes: The x-axis represents one variable, and the y-axis represents another variable.
2. Points: Each point represents an observation or data pair, plotted at the intersection of the corresponding x and y values.
3. Trends/Patterns: Scatter plots are useful for identifying relationships between variables, such as:
   • Positive correlation: Points move upward and to the right, indicating that as one variable increases, so does the other.
   • Negative correlation: Points move downward and to the right, indicating that as one variable increases, the other decreases.
   • No correlation: Points are scattered without a clear trend.
   • Clusters or outliers: Points may form groups or deviate from the general pattern, which can reveal clusters or anomalies in the data.

When to use a scatter plot:

• To show correlation: It's particularly useful when you want to visualize the strength and direction of the relationship between two continuous variables.
• To detect outliers: Scatter plots can help identify unusual data points that do not follow the general trend.
• To identify patterns: They can help visualize complex patterns such as linear, exponential, or other types of relationships.

Example:

Imagine you have a dataset with the variables Height (x-axis) and Weight (y-axis). A scatter plot can help show whether taller people tend to weigh more.

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