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Two-variable data: Models and scatterplots SAT question

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The line graph shows the estimated number of chipmunks in a state park on April  of each year from  to .

  • The line graph:
    • Begins at 1989, 38 chipmunks
    • Remains level to 1990, 38 chipmunks
    • Rises sharply to 1991, 98 chipmunks 
    • Rises gradually to 1992, 101 chipmunks
    • Falls sharply to 1993, 53 chipmunks
    • Rises sharply to 1994, 158 chipmunks 
    • Falls sharply to 1995, 48 chipmunks 
    • Rises sharply to 1996, 98 chipmunks 
    • Falls gradually to 1997, 93 chipmunks
    • Falls sharply to 1998, 53 chipmunks 
    • Rises sharply to 1999, 113 chipmunks

Based on the line graph, in which year was the estimated number of chipmunks in the state park the greatest?

ExplanationShow

Choice B is correct. For the given line graph, the estimated number of chipmunks is represented on the vertical axis. The greatest estimated number of chipmunks in the state park is indicated by the greatest height in the line graph. This height is achieved when the year is .

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual errors.

Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual errors.

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