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Which among the following correlation coefficient values represents the strongest relationship between two variables?

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The sign of the correlation coefficient indicates the direction (positive or negative), while the absolute value determines the strength of the relationship.
Updated On: Jan 24, 2025
  • -0.86
  • +0.68
  • +0.59
  • -0.05
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Solution and Explanation

The strength of a correlation is determined by the absolute value of the correlation coefficient (\textit{r}).
Key points: 1. The closer the absolute value of \textit{r} is to 1, the stronger the correlation.
2. In this case: - \(|-0.86| = 0.86\), - \(|+0.68| = 0.68\), - \(|+0.59| = 0.59\), - \(|-0.05| = 0.05\).
3. Therefore, -0.86 represents the strongest relationship. Thus, the correct answer is (A) -0.86.
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