In a Study Examining the Relationship Between a and B

question 17

Multiple Choice

In a study examining the relationship between A and B, the coefficient of determination

• A)indicates how much variability in A can be accounted for by B
• B)is found by squaring the value of Pearson's r
• C)both alternatives a. and b.
• D)none of the above

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