The number of times a player has golfed in one’s lifetime is compared to the number of strokes it takes the player to complete 18 holes. The correlation coefficient relating the two variables is –0.26.
Which best describes the strength of the correlation, and what is true about the causation between the variables?
AIt is a weak negative correlation, and it is not likely causal.
BIt is a weak negative correlation, and it is likely causal.
CIt is a strong negative correlation, and it is not likely causal.
DIt is a strong negative correlation, and it is likely causal.
Which best describes the strength of the correlation, and what is true about the causation between the variables?
AIt is a weak negative correlation, and it is not likely causal.
BIt is a weak negative correlation, and it is likely causal.
CIt is a strong negative correlation, and it is not likely causal.
DIt is a strong negative correlation, and it is likely causal.