A multiple correlation is the correlation between a combined set of _____ variables and a single _____ variable.

A) interval; ratio
B) ratio; interval
C) predictor; criterion
D) criterion; predictor

Predictor Variables

Variables that are used in statistical models to predict scores or outcomes of another variable of interest.

Multiple Correlation

A correlation between one variable and a combined set of predictor variables.

Criterion Variable

The variable/score that is predicted based upon an individual’s score on another variable (the predictor variable).