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6. Correlation

The chapter discusses the concept of correlation, emphasizing its importance in understanding relationships between two variables. It covers various types of relationships, measurement techniques including Pearson’s and Spearman’s correlation, and tools like scatter diagrams. Additionally, it touches on the interpretation and implications of correlation coefficients, highlighting that correlation does not imply causation.

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  • 6

    Correlation

    This section introduces the concept of correlation, highlighting its significance in understanding relationships between variables.

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  • 6.1

    Introduction

    This section introduces the concept of correlation, highlighting its significance in understanding relationships between variables.

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  • 6.2

    Types Of Relationship

    This section discusses the various types of relationships between variables, particularly focusing on correlation, its measures, and techniques for analyzing the nature of these relationships.

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  • 6.2.1

    What Does Correlation Measure?

    Correlation measures the relationship between two variables, analyzing how one may influence the other without implying causation.

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  • 6.2.2

    Types Of Correlation

    This section covers the definitions and measures of correlation, including positive and negative correlation types, and the various techniques used to measure them.

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  • 6.2.3

    Scatter Diagram

    The section discusses scatter diagrams as a visual tool for analyzing the relationships between two variables, highlighting correlation types and measurement techniques.

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  • 6.3

    Techniques For Measuring Correlation

    This section covers the fundamental techniques for measuring correlation between variables, including definitions, types of correlation, and calculations.

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  • 6.3.1

    Karl Pearson’s Coefficient Of Correlation

    This section introduces Karl Pearson’s Coefficient of Correlation, explaining its significance, calculation methods, and the characteristics of correlation.

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  • 6.3.2

    Properties Of Correlation Coefficient

    This section discusses the properties and interpretation of the correlation coefficient, including how it measures relationships between variables.

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  • 6.3.3

    Step Deviation Method

    The Step Deviation Method is a statistical technique used to simplify calculations of the correlation coefficient, especially when handling large values by transforming the data.

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  • 6.3.4

    Spearman’s Rank Correlation

    Spearman's rank correlation assesses the strength and direction of association between two ranked variables, useful for non-linear relationships.

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  • 6.3.5

    Calculation Of Rank Correlation

    This section explores the concept of rank correlation, particularly Spearman's rank correlation coefficient, and its application in analyzing relationships between variables, especially when data cannot be precisely measured.

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  • 6.3.5.1

    Case 1: Given Ranks

    This section explores the concept of correlation, including its definition, types, methods of measurement, and the significance of understanding relationships between variables.

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  • 6.3.5.2

    Case 2: Ranks Not Given

    This section introduces the concept of correlation, explaining different types of relationships between variables and how to measure them.

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  • 6.3.5.3

    Case 3: Repeated Ranks

    This section discusses the concept of correlation, including its types, measurement techniques, and the importance of distinguishing correlation from causation.

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  • 6.4

    Conclusion

    The conclusion summarizes the techniques for studying correlation and its implications, emphasizing its use in understanding relationships between variables without implying causation.

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What we have learnt

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