In Determining a Test of Correlation, a Researcher Obtained an R_xy

question 10

Multiple Choice

In determining a test of correlation, a researcher obtained an r_xy = +0.76 at p < .01 between a communication competence measure and frequency of contact among dating partners. Which of the following statements are true about this test?

• A) This is a parametric test
• B) This is a causal test
• C) This is a test of difference between two groups
• D) All of these statements are true

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