The correlation between two variables is a measure of the degree to which
a. points cluster together around some best-fitting straight line.
b. differences in one variable can be predicted from differences in the other variable.
c. one variable varies with the other variable.
d. all of the above
D
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a. interpret the data necessary to evaluate it b. conduct the statistical analysis c. undergo peer review of her hypothesis d. collect the data necessary to evaluate it
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a. light touch, pressure, wetness, cold, and warmth. b. light touch, pressure, cold, warmth, and pain. c. wetness, pressure, pain, cold, and warmth. d. light touch, wetness, pain, cold, and warmth.
As part of her course requirements, Jill participates in research studies conducted by professors. After she participates, she is fully informed about the nature of the study. This describes:
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