Correlational Analysis Flashcards
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When do we use a correlation design?
A
When looking for a relationship that would be unethical to manipulate for an experiment
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What a is a correlation?
A
A relationship between two variables
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What are the 3 types of correlation?
A
Positive
Negative
No correlation
3
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What is s negative correlation?
A
One increase as the other decreases
4
Q
What is th correlation co efficient measured from?
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-1 to +1
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What are 2 strengths of correlational analysis?
A
Quick and easy
Can be repeated so findings can be confirmed
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What are 2 limitations of correlational analysis?
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Affected by extraneous variables
Misinterpreting correlations
7
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What co efficiency shows the test is reliable?
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+0.8
