Which of the Following Pairs of Variables Are Most Likely

question 147

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pairs of variables are most likely to be positively correlated?

• A)feelings of love; likelihood of a break-up
• B)room temperature; comfort level
• C)flossing; cavities
• D)consumption of fatty foods; risk of heart disease

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