A Correlation Coefficient of −.67 Tells Us

question 8

Multiple Choice

A correlation coefficient of −.67 tells us

• A)the magnitude of the correlation only.
• B)the direction of the correlation only.
• C)the magnitude and direction of the correlation.
• D)neither the magnitude nor the direction of the correlation.

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Definitions:

Heuristics

Simple, efficient rules used by humans to make decisions and solve problems.

Availability Heuristic

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Availability Heuristic

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Stereotypes

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