Which of the Following Is an Example of a Positive

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a positive direction of association in a hypothesis?

• A) As an individual's level of education increases, prejudice decreases.
• B) The more sexual partners a person has, the more likely he or she is to be exposed to sexually transmitted diseases.
• C) As computer literacy increases, amount of social interaction declines.
• D) As household income decreases, percent of income devoted to housing increases.
• E) As an individual's age increases, his or her criminality decreases.

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Definitions:

Federal Reserve

The central banking system of the United States, responsible for setting monetary policy, regulating banks, maintaining financial stability, and providing financial services.

Swiss National Bank

The central bank of Switzerland, responsible for the country's monetary policy and issuing its currency.

Implementing Instantaneously

The action of putting into effect or executing a plan or process without any delay.

Effectiveness

The degree to which an action, policy, or method achieves its intended outcome or result.