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NAHQ CPHQ Exam - Topic 2 Question 69 Discussion

Actual exam question for NAHQ's CPHQ exam
Question #: 69
Topic #: 2
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A positive correlation is seen in a scatter diagram when

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Suggested Answer: A

An important responsibility of each team member working on a team project is to complete assignments between meetings. This ensures that progress is made continuously, and that meetings can be focused on discussing completed work, making decisions, and planning the next steps. Regular completion of assignments is crucial for maintaining momentum and ensuring that the project stays on track.

Investigate the existing data on the project (B): This may be a task for some team members, but not the primary responsibility of all.

Review team progress periodically (C): This is typically the responsibility of the team leader or facilitator, not every team member.

Teach skills to the team during meetings (D): While sharing knowledge is valuable, it is not the primary responsibility of every team member.

Reference

NAHQ Body of Knowledge: Effective Teamwork and Project Management

NAHQ CPHQ Exam Preparation Materials: Team Roles and Responsibilities in Project Work

A positive correlation in a scatter diagram occurs when increases on the x-axis relate to increases on the y-axis. This means that as one variable increases, the other variable also increases, indicating a direct relationship between the two. In a scatter plot, this relationship would be visualized as an upward-sloping trend of data points.

Increases on the x-axis relate to decreases on the y-axis (A): This describes a negative correlation.

Scattering of points in a triangular pattern (B): This does not describe a correlation.

Scattering of points in a circular pattern (D): This indicates no correlation or relationship between the variables.

Reference

NAHQ Body of Knowledge: Data Analysis and Interpretation in Quality Improvement

NAHQ CPHQ Exam Preparation Materials: Understanding Correlation and Scatter Plots


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Derrick
3 months ago
I thought it could be B, but I guess not!
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Gilberto
3 months ago
Yup, C is the right choice! Classic correlation.
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Antione
3 months ago
Wait, are we sure it's not A? That sounds confusing.
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Jeanice
4 months ago
Totally agree, it's definitely option C!
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Malinda
4 months ago
A positive correlation means x and y both go up together!
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Nobuko
4 months ago
I keep mixing up positive and negative correlations. I think positive means they go up together, but I’m not confident about the answer.
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Avery
4 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I believe positive correlation is when both variables move in the same direction. That sounds like option C again.
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Earlean
4 months ago
I’m not entirely sure, but I remember something about points forming a pattern. Was it triangular or circular? I need to think this through.
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Juan
5 months ago
I think a positive correlation means that as one variable increases, the other also increases. So, I’m leaning towards option C.
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Belen
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure on this. I know a positive correlation has a linear relationship, but I can't quite remember if that means the points have to form a perfect line or if a scattered pattern is okay. I'll have to review my notes on this.
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Gussie
5 months ago
I'm feeling good about this one. The key is that a positive correlation means the variables move in the same direction, so C is the correct answer.
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Pura
5 months ago
Okay, I've got this. A positive correlation means the points form an upward-sloping pattern, so the right answer is C - increases on the x-axis relate to increases on the y-axis.
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Ressie
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a little confused on this one. I know a positive correlation has a linear relationship, but I'm not sure if that means the points have to form a perfect line or if a scattered pattern is okay as long as it's generally increasing. I'll have to think this through.
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Isadora
5 months ago
I'm pretty sure a positive correlation means the x and y values increase together, so I'll go with option C.
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Dianne
1 year ago
Hmm, let me think... Yup, gotta be D. Anything else just doesn't make sense for a positive correlation.
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Shaquana
1 year ago
D is the only option that fits the definition of a positive correlation.
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Cathrine
1 year ago
That's right, it wouldn't make sense for a positive correlation to have decreases on the y-axis with increases on the x-axis.
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Lauran
1 year ago
Definitely, increases on the x-axis should relate to increases on the y-axis.
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Leonardo
1 year ago
I agree, D is the correct answer for a positive correlation.
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Tracey
1 year ago
I'm with Gerald on this one. The question is clear - a positive correlation means the variables move in the same direction.
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Mohammad
1 year ago
D) increases on the x-axis relate to increases on the y-axis.
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Sarah
1 year ago
A) increases on the x-axis relate to decreases on the y-axis.
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Charlene
1 year ago
Haha, a circular pattern? That's like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. Definitely D, no doubt about it.
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Wava
1 year ago
Definitely not a circular pattern, that would be confusing!
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Fabiola
1 year ago
Yeah, increases on the x-axis relating to increases on the y-axis shows a positive correlation.
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Cassi
1 year ago
I agree, D is the correct answer.
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Arlette
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think it's either A or D.
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Gerald
1 year ago
D) increases on the x-axis relate to increases on the y-axis. That's the classic positive correlation, right?
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Shawana
1 year ago
Exactly, it's like saying as one variable goes up, the other variable also goes up.
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Harris
1 year ago
So, a positive correlation shows a direct relationship between the two variables.
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Karl
1 year ago
Yes, that's correct. When the x-axis increases, the y-axis also increases.
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Nohemi
1 year ago
I agree with Kenneth, because a positive correlation means both variables increase together.
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Kenneth
1 year ago
I think the answer is D.
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