In a Negative Correlation

question 9

Multiple Choice

In a negative correlation,

• A)high scores on one variable are accompanied by high scores on the second variable
• B)low scores on one variable are accompanied by low scores on the second variable
• C)high scores on one variable are accompanied by low scores on the second variable
• D)both alternatives a. and b.

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