If the Coefficient of Correlation Is a Positive Value, Then

question 32

Multiple Choice

If the coefficient of correlation is a positive value, then the

• A) intercept of the regression line must also be positive.
• B) coefficient of determination can be either a negative or a positive value, depending on the slope.
• C) regression equation could have either a positive or a negative slope.
• D) slope of the regression line must be positive.

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