Which of the following terms refers to a number ranging from +1.00 to -1.00 that expresses the direction (positive or negative) and strength of the relationship between two variables?
A) Covariance coefficient
B) Correlation coefficient
C) Maximum-likelihood coefficient
D) Reciprocal correlation

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The correlation coefficient is the statistical measure that calculates the strength of the relationship between the relative movements of two variables. The values range from +1.00 to -1.00, indicating a perfect positive relationship at +1.00, no relationship at 0, and a perfect negative relationship at -1.00.

Which of the Following Terms Refers to a Number Ranging