Which of the following represents the strongest correlation between the two variables?
A) job satisfaction and productivity, r = + .17
B) job satisfaction and turnover, r = - .40
C) perceived control and job performance, r = .20
D) perceived control and organizational commitment, r = .30

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A correlation coefficient (r) ranges from -1 to +1, where +1 indicates a perfect positive correlation and -1 indicates a perfect negative correlation. The closer the absolute value of r is to 1, the stronger the correlation. Therefore, option B, which has a correlation coefficient of -0.40, represents the strongest correlation among the given options. This negative correlation suggests that as job satisfaction decreases, turnover increases.

Which of the Following Represents the Strongest Correlation Between the Two