Multiple choice six-sigma green-belt

If a dependent variable in a relationship decreases as the independent variable increases, the relationship is

  1. Positive

  2. Inverse

  3. No Relationship

  4. Independent
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B Correct answer
Explanation

When one variable increases while the other decreases, they have an inverse (negative) relationship. In a positive relationship, both variables move in the same direction. 'Independent' suggests no relationship exists, and 'No Relationship' means no correlation. The correct term for opposite movement is inverse.

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