correlation Flashcards
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correlation
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a mathematical technique in which a researcher investigates association between two co-variables
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co-variables
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the variables investigated within a correlation e.g weight and height
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positive correlation
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as one co-variable increases so does the other
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negative correlation
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as one co-variable increases the other decreases
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zero correlation
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when there is no relationship between the two co-variables
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