Draw a scatterplot of these data. Let "poverty rate be your x-axis. Be sure to label your axes appropriately.

Part B

Describe the scatterplot to support your description, calculate and interpret Pearson's r for this two variable association. Round r to 4 decimal places

Part C

Before conducting a least squares regression analysis, confirm that the conditions for regression are met

Part e

Interpret the regression equation. Using Rsquared, evaluate if this linear model is appropriate for describing the relationship between poverty rate and literacy rate.

Part F

does this model suggest that higher poverty rates cause higher rate of literacy? Why or why not. Additionally, do you think it's appropriate or wise to apply this regression equation to other states in the US? why or why not?

Tools Window Help 35% Mon midterm-FR.pdf (page 2 of 8) Q Search Poverty and Literacy A team of sociologists sought to explore the connections between relative poverty (the inability to afford minimum necessities to match the region's standard of living) and literacy (the 'basic' abilities needed to read and write). The sociologists focused on the 8 states in the South. Their poverty and literacy rates - the percentage of the population over 16 living in relative poverty and the percentage over 16 with basic literacy skills, respectively - are listed below. Table 1: Poverty and Illiteracy Rates in Southern US States State Poverty Rate (%) Literacy Rate ("%) Alabama 16.9 84.2 Florida 14.0 84.6 Georgia 17.9 82.8 Kentucky 17.2 83.7 Mississippi 19.8 82.1 North Carolina 14.7 85.5 South Carolina 15.4 84.4 Tennessee 15.0 83.5