The Strength of the Linear Relationship Between Two Interval Variables

question 119

Multiple Choice

The strength of the linear relationship between two interval variables can be measured by the:

• A)coefficient of variation.
• B)coefficient of correlation.
• C)slope of the regression line.
• D)Y-intercept.

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