correlations Flashcards
1
Q
what is correlation ?
A
A mathematical technique in which a researcher investigates an association between two variables called covariables
2
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what is co variables ?
A
The variables investigated within a correlation
3
Q
what is positive correlation?
A
As one covariable increases, so does the other
4
Q
what is negative correlation ?
A
as one co variable increases the other decreases
5
Q
what is zero correlation ?
A
when there is no relationship between the covariables
6
Q
evaluation - strengths of correlations
A
- more practical
- less likely to be unethical
7
Q
evaluation- limitations of correlations
A
- cannot demonstrate cause an effect between variables, and therefore we do not know which curve variable is causing the other to change
