When Two Variables Have a Positive Correlation

question 59

Multiple Choice

When two variables have a positive correlation,

• A)they tend to move in opposite directions.
• B)they tend to move in the same direction.
• C)one variable will move while the other remains constant.
• D)the variables' values are never negative.

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