When a Correlation Exists, Lowering the Range of Either of the Variables

question 55

Multiple Choice

When a correlation exists, lowering the range of either of the variables will _________.

• A) raise the correlation
• B) lower the correlation
• C) not change the correlation
• D) produce a causal relationship

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