Indirect Correlation (Noun)
Meaning
A correlation in which large values of one variable are associated with small values of the other; the correlation coefficient is between 0 and -1.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- There is an indirect correlation between the amount of exercise a person does and their risk of heart disease, as more exercise is associated with a lower risk.
- Studies have shown an indirect correlation between the amount of time spent watching TV and academic achievement in children, with more TV time linked to lower grades.
- Research has found an indirect correlation between the level of air pollution in a city and the average life expectancy of its residents, with higher pollution levels associated with shorter lifespans.
- In finance, there is often an indirect correlation between interest rates and bond prices, as higher interest rates lead to lower bond prices.
- An indirect correlation has been observed between the amount of sugar consumed in a diet and overall energy levels, with high sugar intake linked to energy crashes.