A Negative Correlation Means That

question 232

Multiple Choice

A negative correlation means that:

• A)high values of one variable are associated with low values of the other.
• B)high values of one variable are associated with high values of the other.
• C)low values of one variable are associated with low values of the other.
• D)there is no relationship between the two variables.

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Definitions:

Constant Dividend

A policy where a company pays out a fixed amount in dividends to shareholders on a regular basis, regardless of the company's earnings fluctuations.

Rate of Return

The gain or loss on an investment over a specific period, expressed as a percentage of the investment's initial cost.

Annual Dividend

A yearly payment made by a corporation to its shareholders, often derived from profits.