An Inverse Relationship Occurs Between Two Variables When as One

question 85

Multiple Choice

An inverse relationship occurs between two variables when as one goes:

• A) up the other goes up.
• B) up the other goes down.
• C) up the other does not change.
• D) down the other goes down.

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