The following correlations were computed as part of a multiple regression analysis that used education, job, and age to predict income. Which independent variable has the strongest association with the dependent variable?
A) Income
B) Age
C) Education
D) Job

Question

The following correlations were computed as part of a multiple regression analysis that used education, job, and age to predict income.  Which independent variable has the strongest association with the dependent variable?
A) Income 
B) Age 
C) Education 
D) Job

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The independent variable with the strongest association with the dependent variable (income) would be the one with the highest correlation coefficient. Without knowing the specific correlation coefficients, we cannot determine the exact strength of each variable's association with income. However, we can make an educated guess based on the importance of education for many high-paying jobs and the common understanding that education level can strongly impact one's earning potential.

The Following Correlations Were Computed as Part of a Multiple