When two variables have a negative correlation,

A) if the x-variable increases, the y-variable increases.
B) if the x-variable increases, the y-variable decreases.
C) one variable will move while the other remains constant.
D) the variables' values are never negative.

Negative Correlation

A relationship between two variables where one variable increases as the other decreases.

X-Variable

X-Variable is a placeholder term used in mathematical equations or models to represent an unknown or variable factor.

Y-Variable

The dependent variable in mathematical functions or statistical models, whose value depends on that of another variable (typically the x-variable).