If the Coefficient of Correlation Is a Negative Value, Then

question 85

Multiple Choice

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

• A) must also be negative.
• B) must be zero.
• C) can be either negative or positive.
• D) will be positive.

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