In a recent study, Mary found a correlation coefficient of .83 between the two variables, foot size and score on the math final. She concludes that these two variables have a strong ________ correlation.
A) negative
B) positive
C) binary
D) continuous

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A correlation coefficient of .83 indicates a strong positive correlation between foot size and score on the math final. Negative correlation would indicate an inverse relationship between the two variables, while binary and continuous are not applicable terms for describing correlation.

In a Recent Study, Mary Found a Correlation Coefficient of .83