The following values are listed as coefficients of correlation (r).The one that indicates an inverse relationship between the two variables x and y is:
A) 0.0.
B) -0.8.
C) 0.9.
D) 1.3.
E) -1.4.

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A negative correlation coefficient (r) indicates an inverse relationship between two variables, and -0.8 is a strong negative correlation. The other options are positive correlation coefficients, indicating a direct relationship between the variables, or invalid coefficients outside of the -1 to 1 range.

The Following Values Are Listed as Coefficients of Correlation (R)