Practice mode Correlation and Regression

Between which limits does Karl Pearson’s coefficient of correlation always lie?

Correct answer B. −1 and +1

Explanation

Pearson's r is a standardised covariance and by the Cauchy-Schwarz inequality its absolute value cannot exceed 1, so −1 ≤ r ≤ +1.

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