Create a Simple Matrix of Scatter Plots

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Minitab®  – Procedure

Creating a matrix of scatter plots between a set of variables is a good way to visualize the relationship between each pair of variables.

  1. Select Graph >> Matrix plot...
  2.  Under Matrix of plots, select the Simple plot.
  3. In the box labeled Graph variables, specify the variables you want to include in your plot.
  4. Select OK. A new graph window should appear containing the scatter plot matrix.

Example

Using the dataset iqsize.txt, create a matrix of scatter plots between each pair of the four variables.

Minitab dialog boxes

Minitab dialog box for matrix plots

Minitab dialog box for matrix plots

Resulting scatter plot matrix

Minitab output

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