What Does a Correlation Coefficient Do

question 34

Multiple Choice

What does a correlation coefficient do?

• A)It allows us to draw conclusions about whether one variable causes another variable.
• B)It creates a correlational design,rather than an experimental design.
• C)It quantifies the pattern in a relationship.
• D)It summarizes the X scores and the Y scores separately.

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Definitions:

Tip-of-the-tongue Phenomenon

A temporary inability to retrieve a word from memory, coupled with partial recall and the feeling that retrieval is imminent.

Interference

The phenomenon where the learning of new information hampers the ability to recall previously learned information.

Suggestibility

The susceptibility of individuals to accept and incorporate misinformation or ideas from others into their own memory and beliefs.

Flashbulb Memory

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