Which of the Following Pairs of Variables Would Illustrate a Negative

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pairs of variables would illustrate a negative correlation?

• A) ocean temperature and the number of people at the beach
• B) adult shoe size and IQ scores
• C) the price of a car and the mileage on the odometer
• D) height and weight

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that remain constant regardless of the amount of goods produced or sold, including lease payments, wage expenses, and insurance fees.

Depreciation Expense

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life.

Fixed Costs

Business expenses that remain constant regardless of changes in production volume, such as rent, salaries, and loan repayments.