Practice Karl Pearson’s Coefficient of Correlation - 6.3.1 | 6. Correlation | CBSE 11 Statistics for Economics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define correlation.

💡 Hint: Think about how two things relate to each other.

Question 2

Easy

What does a positive correlation mean?

💡 Hint: Consider variables that typically rise together, like income and expenditure.

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Question 1

What is the range of Pearson's correlation coefficient?

  • 0 to 1
  • -1 to 1
  • -∞ to ∞

💡 Hint: Visualize the graph showing extremes.

Question 2

Are correlation and causation the same?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think of examples where two events occur together without cause.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the Karl Pearson’s coefficient for the following sets of data on the heights and weights of students: Heights (in cm) = [150, 160, 170, 180] and Weights (in kg) = [50, 60, 65, 70].

💡 Hint: Remember to standardize using the variance.

Question 2

Discuss a case where correlation was mistaken for causation in marketing data and explain the consequences.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of critical analysis of data before conclusions.

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