A Negative Value of R Means That

question 50

Multiple Choice

A negative value of r means that

• A) there is no relationship between the two variables.
• B) those who score high on one variable tend to score low on the other.
• C) those who score high on one variable tend to score high on the other.
• D) there was a mistake in calculating the value of r.

Understand the principles and practices of critical thinking.

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Recognize the role and characteristics of different psychological perspectives and their practitioners.

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