Describe the Error in the Stated Conclusion

question 18

Essay

Describe the error in the stated conclusion.
-Given: The linear correlation coefficient between scores on a math test and scores on a test of athletic ability is negative and close to zero. Conclusion: People who score high on the math test tend to score lower on the test of athletic ability.

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