Which Statement Is an Example of a Negative Correlation

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which statement is an example of a negative correlation?

• A)As exercise increases, a person's physical health would be predicted to increase.
• B)As study time increases, one would predict an increase in grades.
• C)As exposure to sunlight decreases, the rate of plant growth would be predicted to decrease.
• D)As gas prices increase, the number of people driving cars would be predicted to decrease.

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Definitions:

Presentation of Food

The art and technique of arranging food to enhance its aesthetic appeal and overall dining experience.

Salivation

The production and release of saliva in the mouth, often in response to the sight, smell, or taste of food.

Sound of a Tone

A specific auditory perception characterized by a steady frequency or pitch, distinguishable from noise by its consistency and musical quality.

Acquisition

In classical conditioning, the initial stage, when one links a neutral stimulus and an unconditioned stimulus so that the neutral stimulus begins triggering the conditioned response.