When Interpreting the Covariance Between Variables X and Y, Which

question 71

Multiple Choice

When interpreting the covariance between variables x and y, which of the following statements is the most accurate?

• A) A negative value of covariance that, on average, if x is below its mean, then y tends to be below its mean.
• B) A positive value of covariance indicates that, on average, if x is above its mean, then y tends to be above its mean.
• C) A positive value of covariance indicates that, on average, if x is above its mean, then y tends to be below its mean.
• D) A negative value of covariance indicates that, on average, if x is above its mean, then y tends to be above its mean.

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