What Does a Correlation Matrix Show

question 10

Multiple Choice

What does a correlation matrix show?

• A) the relationship between two quantitative variables
• B) correlations between all possible pairs of variables in a larger set of variables
• C) all the computations required to find a particular Pearson's r value
• D) the means and standard deviations of a large set of variables

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Definitions:

Epigenetics

Nongenetic influences on a gene’s expression, such as stress, nutrition, and so forth.

Genetic Expression

The process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product, often leading to the manifestation of a particular trait or characteristic.

Early Experiences

Influential events or situations encountered in childhood that can have long-lasting effects on an individual's development and behavior.

Heritability Coefficient

A statistical estimate that indicates the proportion of variance in a particular trait within a population that can be attributed to genetic differences among individuals.