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. United States Birth Rate (per 1000)
Birth Rate
A graph titled United States Birth Rate (per 1000) has year on the x-axis and birthrate on the y-axis. Points trend in a negative line.

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