A Correlation Coefficient of -.89 Indicates A(n)

question 325

Multiple Choice

A correlation coefficient of -.89 indicates a(n)

• A)weak negative correlation.
• B)strong negative correlation.
• C)cause and effect relationship.
• D)error in computation.

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Definitions:

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