A Weak Negative Correlation Means

question 93

Multiple Choice

A weak negative correlation means:

• A)the points in a scatter diagram are very close to an upward sloping line
• B)the points in a scatter diagram are very close to a downward sloping line
• C)r is negative and close to zero
• D)r is close to -1

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Definitions:

Veterans

Individuals who have served in the military, especially those who have served in combat.

Null Hypothesis

In statistical analysis, the hypothesis that there is no effect or no difference, and any observed difference is due to sampling or experimental error.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Research Hypothesis

A specific, testable prediction about the relationship between at least two variables in a population, based on theory or previous research.