corrrelation analysis Flashcards

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1
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what is a correlation analysis?

A

investigate relationship between two variables

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2
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how do you carry out a correlation analysis?

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  1. decide what you want to study
  2. collect data
  3. put data in scattergram
  4. work out correlation coefficient
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3
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(+) and (-)

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(+) allows link, generate large amounts of data
(-) no cause and effect, only measure linear relationships

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