As commitment increases, the likelihood of breaking up decreases. This is an example of a …
A) causal explanation
B) negative correlation
C) positive correlation
D) manipulation

Question

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A negative correlation exists when an increase in one variable is associated with a decrease in another variable. In this case, as commitment increases (one variable goes up), the likelihood of breaking up decreases (the other variable goes down), indicating a negative correlation.

As Commitment Increases, the Likelihood of Breaking Up Decreases