Unit 1 - Correlations Flashcards
1
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What is a positive correlation?
A
As one co-variable increases, the other co-variable also increases.
2
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What is a negative correlation?
A
As one co-variable increases, the other co-variable decreases.
3
Q
What is a no correlation?
A
No definite trend that the two co-variables do not appear to be related to each other.
4
Q
How can you obtain data for correlational analysis?
A
When carrying out correlation analysis, psychologists could be using either form of primary (direct) or secondary (pre-existing) data.
5
Q
What is a correlation co-efficient?
A
Plus sign (e.g. +0.58) = a positive correlation Minus sign (e.g. -0.72) = negative correlation 0 (e.g. +0.12, or -0.17) = no correlation
