A Researcher Calculates a Correlation of -

question 111

Multiple Choice

A researcher calculates a correlation of -.52 for a sample of 14 people. Assuming H₁ is two-tailed, which of the following is the correct way to present this analysis?

• A) r(14) = -.52, p < .05
• B) r(13) = -.52, p > .05
• C) r(13) = -.52, p < .05
• D) r(12) = -.52, p > .05

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