The Pearson Correlation Coefficient

question 23

Multiple Choice

The Pearson correlation coefficient:

• A) Measures the association between two quantitative variables without distinction between the IV and DV.
• B) Utilizes the relationship between the IV and DV to predict the score of the DV from the IV.
• C) Both (a) and (b) are correct.
• D) Neither (a) nor (b) is correct.

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