Which of the Following Describes a Negative Correlation

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a negative correlation?

• A) As the number of reinforcers for a child's inappropriate behavior decreases,the frequency of inappropriate behavior decreases.
• B) As the time spent playing with a child per day increases,the number of crying episodes per day decreases.
• C) The greater the number of hours that have passed since the last meal,the hungrier a child gets.
• D) A child's weight increases as her or his height increases.

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Definitions:

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Vomiting

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Acetaminophen

A widely used over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer, known for its ability to alleviate minor aches and pains without causing stomach irritation.