If the Correlation Between X and Y Is -0

question 59

Multiple Choice

If the correlation between X and Y is -0.42, approximately what percentage of the variance in Y can be explained by X?

• A) 18 per cent
• B) 42 per cent
• C) 21 per cent
• D) 84 per cent

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Definitions:

Cognitive Load

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Internal Traits

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