If the Coefficient of Correlation Between X and Y Is

question 205

Multiple Choice

If the coefficient of correlation between x and y is close to −1.0, which of the following statements is correct?

• A)There is a strong, positive linear relationship between x and y, where there may or may not be any causal relationship between x and y.
• B)There is a strong, negative linear relationship between x and y, where there must be a causal relationship between x and y.
• C)There is a weak, negative linear relationship between x and y, where there may or may not be any causal relationship between x and y.
• D)There is a strong, negative linear relationship between x and y, where there may or may not be any causal relationship between x and y.

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