If the Scores of Either the X or Y Variable

question 30

Multiple Choice

If the scores of either the X or Y variable are restricted in value, then we expect

• A)a larger value of r than if the scores were not restricted in value
• B)r to equal either +1.00 or -1.00
• C)a smaller value of r than if the scores were not restricted in value
• D)it will have no effect on r

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