The scatter plot in the image shows a negative trend because as the values of $x$ increase, the values of $y$ tend to decrease. This indicates a downward relationship between the two variables.

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Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:

1. What are the characteristics of a positive trend in a scatter plot?
2. How can we quantify the trend in a scatter plot (e.g., correlation coefficient)?
3. What methods can be used to fit a line through the data points in a scatter plot?
4. Can a scatter plot have both positive and negative trends in different regions?
5. What are some real-life examples of data showing a negative trend?

Tip: To better analyze scatter plots, try calculating the slope of the line of best fit or observing the general direction of data clustering.