When a Relationship Is Found Using the Pearson Correlation Technique

question 23

Multiple Choice

When a relationship is found using the Pearson correlation technique on sample data,this does not mean there is a non-zero correlation in the population,because of _____.

• A)sampling error
• B)sample size
• C)restriction of range
• D)none of these,since it will always exist in the population if it is present in the sample

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