If a Computed Pearson's Correlation Coefficient Is Statistically Significant at the .01

Multiple Choice

If a computed Pearson's correlation coefficient is statistically significant at the .01 level,

A) an important relationship between the variables is assured.
B) the two variables have a negligible relationship.
C) it is highly likely that a relationship exists between the variables in the population.
D) the correlation between the variables is positive.