Vito Finds a Correlation of −0

question 27

Multiple Choice

Vito finds a correlation of −0.35 between procrastination behaviors and academic achievement. Which of the following is an appropriate conclusion for Vito to draw?

• A) Procrastination leads students to perform more poorly.
• B) Poor academic performance causes more procrastination.
• C) Elimination of procrastination behaviors will lead students to perform better.
• D) As a student procrastinates more, her academic achievement decreases.

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Definitions:

Theorem

A proven statement or proposition that is derived based on previously established statements, such as other theorems, and generally accepted mathematical operations.

Research Hypothesis

A statement predicting a relationship between variables that is tested through research.

Null Hypothesis

A foundational assumption stating there is no meaningful variance or impact, serving as the initial basis for statistical analysis.

Theorem

A statement that has been proven on the basis of previously established statements, such as other theorems, and generally accepted principles, like axioms.