The Pearson Correlation Coefficient Is Used

question 55

Multiple Choice

The Pearson correlation coefficient is used.

• A)to quantify the relationship between two variables in a one-variable distribution
• B)to determine the amount of variability in a set of scores
• C)when pairs of scores achieve either interval or ratio measurement
• D)to test a null hypothesis about the means in a bivariate distribution

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