A Professor of Economics Wants to Study the Relationship Between

question 58

Essay

A professor of economics wants to study the relationship between income y (in $1000s) and education x (in years). A random sample of eight individuals is taken and the results are shown below. $$\begin{array} { | l | c | c | c | c | c | c | c | c | } \hline \text { Education } & 16 & 11 & 15 & 8 & 12 & 10 & 13 & 14 \\\hline \text { Income } & 58 & 40 & 55 & 35 & 43 & 41 & 52 & 49 \\\hline\end{array}$$ Calculate the Pearson correlation coefficient. What sign does it have? Why?

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Absolute Power

A condition of unchecked and total control or authority, often exercised by a leader or government without limitations or opposition.

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the leader’s likability and the followers’ desire to identify with or emulate them.

Legitimate Power

Power that is recognized and accepted by individuals due to the position or role of the person holding it.

Achievement Of Organizational Goals

The successful fulfillment or reaching of objectives set by an organization through collective efforts and strategies.