Which of the following best describes the Pearson correlation for these data? $$\begin{array} { l l }
\mathrm { X } & \mathrm { Y } \
\hline 2 & 5 \
5 & 1 \
3 & 4 \
4 & 2
\end{array}$$
A)Positive
B)Negative
C)Zero
D)Cannot be determined

Question

Which of the following best describes the Pearson correlation for these data? $$\begin{array} { l l } 
\mathrm { X } & \mathrm { Y } \
\hline 2 & 5 \
5 & 1 \
3 & 4 \
4 & 2
\end{array}$$
A)Positive
B)Negative
C)Zero
D)Cannot be determined

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

We can observe from the data that as the values in X increase, the values in Y decrease. This indicates a negative correlation. Additionally, calculating the correlation coefficient using a calculator or software confirms that the Pearson correlation is indeed negative.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Pearson Correlation for These