As the magnitude of a correlation coefficient increases,the
A) data points in a scatter diagram become more dispersed.
B) data points in a scatter diagram become less dispersed.
C) correlation coefficient changes from a positive to a negative number.
D) correlation coefficient changes from a negative to a positive number.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As the correlation coefficient increases, it means there is a stronger relationship between the variables. This typically results in the data points in a scatter diagram becoming less dispersed and more clustered around a line of best fit. Therefore, choice B is the correct answer.

As the Magnitude of a Correlation Coefficient Increases,the