Low Reliability of the Variables Reduces the Correlation Coefficient Because

question 63

Multiple Choice

Low reliability of the variables reduces the correlation coefficient because

• A)the Z scores are less likely to follow a normal curve.
• B)the cross-products of the Z scores are less likely to follow a normal curve.
• C)it adds random noise to the computations.
• D)it reduces random influences that would otherwise add to the overall variance.

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