The Pearson Correlation Cannot Be Used to Determine the Relationship

question 59

Multiple Choice

The Pearson correlation cannot be used to determine the relationship between two variables when _____.

• A)both variables are quantitative and on an interval level
• B)both variables are measured on the same individuals and are on a ratio level
• C)one variable is quantitative and the other is qualitative in nature with three or more levels
• D)none of these are exceptions,it can be used in all of these cases

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