If a Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Is Obtained Between Two

Multiple Choice

If a Pearson's product moment correlation is obtained between two measures with Cohen's coefficient alpha values of 0.30 and 0.40, then it is likely that:

A) there is no systematic relationship between the variables
B) a hidden third factor is responsible for the relationship between the two measures
C) the measures being used are invalid
D) the Pearson's product-moment correlation is small
E) measurement error is attenuating the association