A Correlation Coefficient of −

Multiple Choice

A correlation coefficient of −.68 was calculated between body weight and the number of push-ups a person can do. Which statement would be most correct?

A) Generally, heavy people can do few push-ups.
B) Obesity causes it to be difficult to do push-ups.
C) Generally, lighter people can do fewer push-ups.
D) Low body weight is related with low push-up scores.
E) High body weight is related with high push-up scores.