Which of the Following Statements Is the Least Accurate Concerning

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the least accurate concerning correlation analysis?

• A) Correlation does not imply causation.
• B) The correlation coefficient captures only a linear relationship.
• C) The correlation coefficient may not be a reliable measure when outliers are present in one or both of the variables.
• D) The correlation coefficient describes both the direction and strength of the relationship between two variables only if the two variables have the same units of measurement.

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Definitions:

Procedural Memory

The type of long-term memory related to the acquisition of skills and procedures, enabling activities such as walking or riding a bike without conscious awareness.

Short-Term Memories

The aspect of memory involved in the temporary storage of recent information, which can typically be held for a period of seconds to a few minutes.

Long-Term Memories

A type of memory responsible for the storage of information over an extended period, potentially as long as a lifetime.

Distraction

Any stimulus or event that diverts attention away from a primary task or point of focus.