Positive and Negative Correlations

• What is the definition of correlation?

  A relationship between two changing things
• What happens to one variable when the other increases in a negative correlation?

  The other variable decreases
• How does studying more affect grades in a positive correlation?

  More study leads to higher grades
• How can a positive correlation be described in simpler terms?

  When one thing goes up, the other goes up
• What does finding a correlation imply?

  One thing changes as another changes
• What is a negative correlation?

  Two variables move in opposite directions
• How does the relationship between exercise and weight illustrate a negative correlation?

  As exercise increases, weight decreases
• How does sleep relate to stress levels?

  More sleep is often associated with lower stress levels
• What is the relationship between fast food consumption and energy levels?

  Higher fast food consumption may lead to lower energy levels
• What does a negative correlation indicate?

  One variable increases while the other decreases
• What is the relationship between social media use and procrastination?

  More time on social media can lead to more procrastination
• How does exercising more affect weight in a negative correlation?

  More exercise leads to less weight
• What are the two main types of correlation?

  • Positive correlation: Both variables move in the same direction
  • Negative correlation: Variables move in opposite directions
• In the context of study time and grades, what does the relationship indicate?

  More study time results in higher grades
• What does a positive correlation indicate about two variables?

  Both variables increase together
• How does studying relate to exam grades?

  More study hours usually result in higher grades
• What are the key differences between positive and negative correlations?

  • Positive Correlation:
  • Both variables increase together
  • Example: More study time leads to higher grades
  • Negative Correlation:
  • Variables move in opposite directions
  • Example: More exercise leads to less weight