scatterplot smoothing

Scatterplot smoothing is a technique used to identify the general trend or pattern in a set of data points plotted on a graph. When data points are spread out, smoothing helps create a line or curve that best represents the overall direction of the data, filtering out short-term fluctuations or noise. This makes it easier to see relationships and understand how variables are connected. It’s like drawing a smooth line through the points to highlight the main trend without getting distracted by small irregularities.