Which of the Following Would Indicate the Weakest Relationship and Thus

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would indicate the weakest relationship and thus be close to complete randomness?

• A) +1.04
• B) −0.89
• C) +0.01
• D) −0.98

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