I think its B

A researcher finds a negative correlation between the total number of people driving for pleasure and the sales of electric cars.

Which variable is most likely the lurking variable that explains the correlation?

population

gas prices

amount of rainfall

water prices

You're right, its B. I just took the test and got a 100%. Good luck on your test.

The correct answer is:

gas prices

Explanation:

As the number of people driving for pleasure goes down, the sales of electric cars go up. This is likely due to gas prices. As gas prices go up, fewer people drive for pleasure and more people purchase electric cars. Both are ways to reduce the amount of money spent on gasoline.