Determine whether the graph shows a positive correlation, a negative correlation, or no correlation. If there is a positive or negative correlation, describe its meaning in the situation.


Year

Source: National Center for Health Statistics, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services

a.
no correlation
b.
positive correlation; as time passes, the birth rate increases.
c.
positive correlation; as time passes, the birth rate decreases.
d.
negative correlation; as time passes, the birth rate decreases.



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D