Correlations Flashcards
1
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What is a correlational analysis?
A
Looks for an association between two variables of co-variables
2
Q
What is there not in a correlational analysis?
A
No independent or dependent variable
- Equal importance
3
Q
What must the variables be?
A
Quantitative data
4
Q
What is the correlation co-efficient and what does it measure?
A
Between -1 and +1
- Measures strength of relationship
5
Q
Strengths of correlation research
A
- Correlations can be easily repeated so findings can be confirmed
- Can be used as pilot studies and see trends in data
6
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Limitations of correlational research
A
- People can jump to conclusions and misinterpret data
- There may be intervening variables
- May lack internal or external validity
