Which of the following correlation coefficients indicates the strongest relationship?
A) +.79
B) -.85
C) -1.27
D) +.35

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The correlation coefficient of -.85 indicates the strongest negative relationship between two variables. Correlation coefficients range from -1 to +1, with -1 indicating a perfect negative correlation, 0 indicating no correlation, and +1 indicating a perfect positive correlation. A correlation coefficient closer to -1 or +1 indicates a stronger relationship, while a coefficient closer to 0 indicates a weaker relationship. Choice A has a strong positive relationship, while choice D has a weaker positive relationship. Choice C is not a possible correlation coefficient as it falls outside the range of -1 to +1.

Which of the Following Correlation Coefficients Indicates the Strongest Relationship