The Pearson R Between Variables Y and 1 Is a Significant

question 68

Short Answer

The Pearson r between variables y and 1 is a significant .73. The Pearson r between variables y and 2 is a significant .62. Find the multiple R for predicting y from 1 and 2.

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Definitions:

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