Which of the following correlation coefficients represents a situation in which an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in the other variable?
A) -.45
B) -.61
C) .00
D) +.45

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A positive correlation coefficient indicates a positive association, meaning that as one variable increases, the other variable also tends to increase. A correlation coefficient of +.45 would indicate a moderate positive correlation. Options A, B, and C all represent situations where there is either no correlation, or a negative correlation where an increase in one variable is associated with a decrease in the other variable.

Which of the Following Correlation Coefficients Represents a Situation in Which