A correlational coefficient is best characterized as a(n)
A) measure of the extent of the relationship between two existing traits, behaviors, or events.
B) index of the causal direction between an independent and dependent variable.
C) indication of the likelihood that an experimental finding will be replicated by others.
D) measure of the likelihood that observed differences may be attributed to chance.

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A correlational coefficient measures the extent of the relationship between two existing traits, behaviors, or events. It does not determine the causal direction or the likelihood of replication or chance.

A Correlational Coefficient Is Best Characterized as A(n)