Which of the Following Is TRUE Regarding the Covariance?
A)a $\sigma$

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the covariance?

• A)a positive covariance means that the two variables move in the same direction.
• B)a negative covariance means that the two variables move in opposite directions.
• C)a covariance of zero indicates no linear association at all.
• D)it is denoted by \(\sigma\)_xy
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Conditional Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after being paired with an unconditioned stimulus, elicits a conditioned response in classical conditioning.

Unconditional Response

Unconditional response is a term that may be intended for "unconditioned response," which is an automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus in behavioral psychology.

Conditional Response

A learned response to a previously neutral stimulus that, after becoming associated with an unconditioned stimulus, triggers a conditioned reaction.

Unconditional Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a reflexive response without the need for prior learning.