If Two Variables Are Ratio Scaled and the Relationship Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

If two variables are ratio scaled and the relationship is linear, what type of correlation coefficient is most appropriate?

• A) Pearson r
• B) Spearman rho
• C) eta
• D) phi

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