Dr. Myers found that students in her class who scored 80% or better on the mid-term exam were likely to score 70% or better on the final exam. Students who scored below 60% on the midterm, however, were likely to end up failing the final exam. These test results suggest:

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The statement "students in her class who scored 80% or better on the mid-term exam were likely to score 70% or better on the final exam" suggests a positive correlation between midterm and final exam scores. The statement "students who scored below 60% on the midterm, however, were likely to end up failing the final exam" suggests that there is a negative correlation between midterm and final exam scores for students who score below 60%, but this does not necessarily negate the overall positive correlation. Therefore, choice D is the best answer. Choice B is not supported by the information given and choices A and C are contradicted by the information given.

Dr Myers Found That Students in Her Class Who Scored