A scatter plot displays the relationship between daily temperature (X-axis) and ice cream sales (Y-axis) for a city over 30 days. The plot shows that as temperature increases, sales generally rise, but the rate of increase slows down significantly at very high temperatures, eventually appearing to level off. Which statement best describes the relationship shown in the scatter plot?
✓ Correct Answer: Option D
The description indicates a non-linear positive relationship: sales increase with temperature, but the growth diminishes at higher temperatures, suggesting a plateau. This is a more nuanced interpretation than a simple linear correlation.