The null hypothesis for the Pearson correlation
A) is that there is no relationship between the two variables.
B) asserts a non-zero correlation in the population.
C) assumes a correlation equal to 1 in the population.
D) asserts a non-zero correlation in the sample.

Question

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The null hypothesis for the Pearson correlation test is that there is no relationship between the two variables being tested. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. B, C, and D are all incorrect because they do not correctly represent the null hypothesis for the Pearson correlation test.

The Null Hypothesis for the Pearson Correlation