If There Is a Very Strong Correlation Between Two Variables

question 16

Multiple Choice

If there is a very strong correlation between two variables, then the coefficient of determination must be

• A) much larger than 1, if the correlation is positive.
• B) much smaller than -1, if the correlation is negative.
• C) equal to zero.
• D) closer or equal to 1.

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