All but One of These Statements Contain a Mistake

question 487

Multiple Choice

All but one of these statements contain a mistake. Which could be true?

• A) There is a high correlation (1.09) between height of a corn stalk and its age in weeks.
• B) There is a correlation of 0.63 between gender and political party.
• C) The correlation between the amount of fertilizer used and the yield of beans is 0.42.
• D) The correlation between a car's length and its fuel efficiency is 0.71 miles per gallon.
• E) The correlation between a football player's weight and the position he plays is 0.54.

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Definitions:

Julian Rotter

A psychologist known for his development of social learning theory and the concept of locus of control.

Early Interest

Initial curiosity or attention towards a particular subject or activity that could develop into a more profound involvement or expertise.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept that categorizes individuals by their belief in personal control over life events, either as internal (self-control) or external (controlled by outside factors).

Studied Variables

Elements or factors that are measured or manipulated within research to explore their effects on outcomes of interest.