If the Coefficient of Correlation Is a Negative Value, Then

question 60

Multiple Choice

If the coefficient of correlation is a negative value, then the coefficient of determination _____.

• A) must also be negative
• B) must be 0
• C) can be either negative or positive
• D) must be positive

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