Which of the Following Is True of Covariance, Between Two

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of covariance, between two variables, when one of the deviations from the mean is positive and the other is negative?

• A) the degree of linear association is high between the two variables
• B) there is no covariance between the two variables
• C) the covariance will be negative
• D) the covariance will be positive

---

Definitions:

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility, often used for therapeutic purposes.

Dissociation

A psychological experience in which a person feels disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of identity, often in response to traumatic stress.

Repression

A defense mechanism where distressing thoughts, experiences, and memories are unconsciously excluded from conscious awareness.

Traumatic Memories

Painful recollections that are emotionally overwhelming and may persist, leading to stress and disorder such as PTSD.