Problem 95 of 7
Explain how outlier a point at the far end of a curvilinear pattern that aligns with a straight line can affect correlation.
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reason about leverage and association strength.
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Outlier must have leverage or residual effect on correlation.
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1. Identify where the outlier lies relative to the main pattern.
2. Judge whether it supports or contradicts the trend.
3. Explain how it changes the strength or direction of r.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Saying outliers always lower correlation.