Which is indicative of an inverse relationship between X and Y?
A)A negative F statistic
B)A negative p-value for the correlation coefficient
C)A negative correlation coefficient
D)Either a negative F statistic or a negative p-value

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A negative correlation coefficient indicates an inverse relationship between X and Y. Options A and D are incorrect as they pertain to regression analysis and do not necessarily indicate an inverse relationship. Option B is incorrect as a negative p-value for the correlation coefficient would indicate a significant relationship, but not necessarily an inverse relationship.

Which Is Indicative of an Inverse Relationship Between X and Y