A correlation coefficient is a(n):
A) numerical indicator of the strength and direction of a relationship between two factors.
B) independent variable that is used in a correlational study.
C) numerical indicator of the statistical significance of the findings in a particular research study.
D) index of the practical rather than the statistical significance of research findings.

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A correlation coefficient is a statistical measure used to represent the relationship between two factors. It provides a numerical value that indicates the strength (how strong the relationship between the factors is) and the direction (positive or negative) of the relationship. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

A Correlation Coefficient Is A(n)