Question

Variables A and B have a linear relationship with a correlation coefficient of 0.35.

Which statement best analyzes the fit?
1. There is a weak positive correlation.
2. There is a strong negative correlation.
3. There is a strong positive correlation.
4. There is a weak negative correlation.

Answer 1

It’s number one hope it helps

Answer 2

1. There is a weak positive correlation.

Explanation:

The correlation coefficient shows the relation of points in a data set. It is between 0 and 1 or 0 and -1. If the coefficient is closer to 0 then the correlation is weak. So, since 0.35 is closer to 0 than 1 it must be a weak correlation. Additionally, because it is positive the correlation must also be positive. A positive correlation means that the line of best fit will have a positive slope.