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Scatter Diagram
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Basic definition
A scatter diagram is a graphic which shows data where one variable has been plotted against a second variable. Scatter diagrams are used when investigating correlation between two variables.
Detailed definition
A scatter diagram, also called a scatterplot or a scatter plot, is a visualization of the relationship between two variables measured on the same set of individuals. Scatter diagrams for lists of data (x_1, y_1), (x_2, y_2), ... can be generated with the Wolfram Language using ListPlot[{{ x1, y1}, { x2, y2}, ...}].
Related Wolfram Language symbol
ListPlot
Educational grade level
high school level (AP statistics, California grade 7 standard)