Statistics: Correlation · Class 11 · CBSE · Commerce Economics
The correlation coefficient between hours of exercise per week and physical fitness score is +0.92. What is the best interpretation?
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The correlation coefficient between hours of exercise per week and physical fitness score is +0.92. What is the best interpretation?
- A.There is a strong positive linear relationship between the variables.Correct answer
- B.There is a strong negative linear relationship between the variables.
- C.There is no relationship between the variables.
- D.The variables must have identical values.
Solution
A coefficient close to +1 indicates a strong positive linear relationship. Thus, higher exercise hours tend to be associated with higher fitness scores.
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