Researchers Report a Significant Pearson's Correlation for Pain and Distress

question 12

Multiple Choice

Researchers report a significant Pearson's correlation for pain and distress (r=0.91) . Which statement is correct?

• A) There is a weak positive correlation between pain and distress but it is significant.
• B) As pain increases distress increases 90%.
• C) As pain decreases distress decreases.
• D) There is a moderate positive correlation between pain and distress.

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Definitions:

Enjoyment

The state or process of taking pleasure in something, often leading to feelings of happiness and satisfaction.

Conditioned Response

A reflex developed through training in response to a stimulus that is typically neutral.

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus that occurs without any need for prior learning.

Unconditioned Stimulus

An innate trigger that spontaneously and effortlessly evokes a reaction without the need for previous learning.