If Covariance Between Two Variables Is near 0, It Implies

question 40

Multiple Choice

If covariance between two variables is near 0, it implies that

• A)a positive relationship exists between the variables.
• B)the variables are not linearly related.
• C)the variables are negatively related.
• D)the variables are strongly related.

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Definitions:

Action Potentials

The process by which neurons transmit electrical impulses along their axons.

Na+ Channels

Ion channels that allow sodium ions to flow across cell membranes, crucial for the propagation of electrical signals in nerves.

Ca2+ Channels

Cellular structures that allow the flow of calcium ions (Ca2+) into or out of a cell, playing crucial roles in various cellular processes.

K+ Channels

Potassium channels that allow the selective passage of potassium ions across cell membranes, important for various physiological processes.