If a Positive Relationship Exists Between X and Y

question 71

Multiple Choice

If a positive relationship exists between x and y,

• A) an increase in x will cause y to decrease.
• B) a decrease in x will cause y to increase.
• C) the relationship will graph as an upsloping line.
• D) the vertical intercept must be positive.

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