A correlation coefficient is best characterized as a(n):
Aindex of the causal direction between an independent and dependent variable
Bmeasure of the likelihood that observed differences may be attributed to chance
Cindication of the likelihood that an experimental finding will be replicated by others
Dmeasure of the extent of the relationship between two variables
Correct answer
D. measure of the extent of the relationship between two variables
Explanation
The correct answer is measure of the extent of the relationship between two variables.