Scientists have found that, on average, as people's scores on intelligence tests increase, the better their academic performance tends to be. This is an example of ______.
A) a neutral correlation
B) a positive correlation
C) a selection factor
D) a negative correlation

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A positive correlation means that as one variable (intelligence test scores) increases, the other variable (academic performance) also tends to increase. This is exactly what the statement describes.

Scientists Have Found That, on Average, as People's Scores on Intelligence