scatter diagram
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A graph that plots pairs of values as dots to show whether a relationship exists between them.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
scatter plot
Usage notes
A line of best fit is often drawn through the points on a scatter diagram to show the general trend.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ made it easy to see that taller students tended to have longer strides."
Answer: scatter diagram
In your own words, what does "scatter diagram" mean?
A graph that plots pairs of values as dots to show whether a relationship exists between them.
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