Longevity and Salary a Sample of Eight Observations of Variables

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Essay

Longevity and Salary A sample of eight observations of variables x (years of experience)and y (salary in $1,000s)is shown below: ​ ​
-{Longevity and Salary Narrative}
a.Calculate the coefficient of correlation,and comment on the relationship between x and y.
b.Give a possible reason that the correlation is negative.

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Definitions:

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