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Negative Correlation

Key Stage 3

Meaning

A negative correlation is when one variable increases while the other variable decreases.

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This scatter graph shows a negative correlation.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

A negative correlation is when one variable increases while the other variable decreases.

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This scatter graph shows a negative correlation.

References

AQA

Negative correlation, page 17, GCSE Chemistry, CGP, AQA
Negative correlation, page 17, GCSE Combined Science Trilogy; Chemistry, CGP, AQA
Negative correlations, page 7, GCSE Biology; The Revision Guide, CGP, AQA