The nurse researcher is reviewing correlational studies as part of a literature review. The nurse would doubt the validity of studies that report which correlation coefficients? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. 0.78
2. 0.00
3. +1.2
4. –2.0
5. –0.70
3, 4
Rationale 1: When no sign appears in front of a coefficient, it is assumed to be positive. This is a valid correlation coefficient.
Rationale 2: A correlation coefficient of 0.00 indicates there is no relationship between variable and is valid.
Rationale 3: The upper limits of a correlation coefficient is 1.00.
Rationale 4: The lower limits of a correlation coefficient is –1.00.
Rationale 5: This correlation coefficient is valid.
Global Rationale:
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