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Tirant22

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In studying the correlation between the number of hours studied and scores on the comprehensive exam, the researcher found a correlation of .30. According to Cohen's guidelines, what would this mean regarding the strength of the relationship?
 
  a. Large
  b. Medium
  c. Small
  d. There is no guideline

Question 2

In comparing Spearman's Rho to Phi Coefficient, one would generally prefer to use Spearman's Rho when correlating:
 
  a. Likert scale responses
  b. Gender
  c. Relationship status
  d. Ratio scale variables



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

a



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