Asked by Shannon Malcolm on Apr 25, 2024

When interpreting a correlation coefficient of -.95, you would say that there is a _____ linear relationship between x and y.

A) strong positive
B) weak positive
C) weak negative
D) strong negative

Correlation Coefficient

A metric that evaluates how closely related the movements of two variables are.

Linear Relationship

A relationship between two variables where a change in one variable is associated with a proportional change in the other variable, often represented by a straight line when graphed.

  • Interpret correlation coefficients and their indication of the relationship strength and direction between two variables.