The Following Graph Resulted When a Researcher Plotted the Paired

question 38

Multiple Choice

The following graph resulted when a researcher plotted the paired scores from two sets of data:
Which of the following conclusions is justified from an examination of the graph?

• A) The coefficient of correlation is close to .50.
• B) The correlation between X and Y is negative and low.
• C) The correlation between X and Y is positive and high.
• D) A Spearman rho coefficient of correlation is appropriate for these data.
• E) A Pearson's coefficient of correlation is not appropriate for these data.

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