Question

for a correlation coefficient, the positive or negative sign shows the direction of the relationship. what shows the strength of the relationship?
a. positive or negative sign
b. negative probability
c. difference from zero
d. probability

Explanation:

The strength of a correlation coefficient relationship is shown by its absolute - value. A correlation coefficient ranges from - 1 to 1. The closer the absolute - value of the correlation coefficient is to 1, the stronger the relationship.

Answer:

None of the provided options are correct. The strength of the relationship in a correlation coefficient is shown by the absolute - value of the coefficient, not by a positive or negative sign (which shows direction), negative probability, difference from zero, or just probability.