If There Is a Positive Association Between Two Variables

question 21

Multiple Choice

If there is a positive association between two variables,

• A)as one variable increases in value,the other also increases.
• B)as one variable decreases in value,the other increases.
• C)the researcher can be certain of his conclusions.
• D)neither variable can decrease.

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