A Correlation Is Considered to Be Negative If _____

question 12

Multiple Choice

A correlation is considered to be negative if _____.

• A) both variables decrease
• B) both variables increase
• C) one variable increases while the other variable decreases
• D) change in one variable is unrelated to change in the other variable

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Definitions:

Down Syndrome

Chromosomal abnormality resulting in intellectual impairment and other abnormalities, usually caused by an extra chromosome 21.

Cortical Atrophy

A condition characterized by a decrease in the size or density of the cerebral cortex, often associated with aging or neurodegenerative diseases.

Dendritic Arborization

Dendritic arborization refers to the complex branching pattern of dendrites in neurons, which allows for the reception of signals from other neurons and is crucial for neural connectivity and communication.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous system that provide support and protection for neurons, also playing a role in signal transmission.