The Correlation Coefficient for Loneliness and Social Anxiety Scores Is

The correlation coefficient for loneliness and social anxiety scores is r = +.45 while the correlation coefficient for social anxiety and self-esteem scores is r = -.38. However, the correlation for self-esteem and loneliness scores is r = -.67 while the correlation coefficient between self-esteem and popularity scores is r = +.55. Which relationship has the strongest correlation coefficient?

A) Loneliness and social anxiety
B) Social anxiety and self-esteem
C) Self-esteem and loneliness
D) Self-esteem and popularity