Use the information in Table 8.2. If the correlation coefficient were negative, which of these statements would be TRUE?
A. The coefficient of determination would also be negative.
B. An increase in fertilizer would result in a decrease in crop yield.
C. Applying no fertilizer would mean a negative crop yield.
D. The standard error would also be negative.
Answer:B
Use the information in Table 8.2. If the correlation coefficient were negative, which of these statements would be TRUE?
A. The coefficient of determination would also be negative. B. An increase in fertilizer would result in a decrease in crop yield. C. Applying no fertilizer would mean a negative crop yield. D. The standard error would also be negative.