The Correlation Coefficient, R, Does Not Depend on the Units

question 9

True/False

The correlation coefficient, r, does not depend on the units ofmeasurement of the two variables.

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Definitions:

Pioneer Species

Pioneer species are the first to colonize previously disrupted or damaged ecosystems, starting a chain of ecological succession that leads to increased biodiversity.

Exotic Species

Species that are introduced to a new area where they do not naturally occur, often leading to ecological disruptions.

Indicator Species

Organisms used as a sign or measure of the environmental conditions or changes in an ecosystem because of their sensitivity to such conditions.

Endemic Species

Species that are native to a specific geographical area and are not naturally found anywhere else.