Positive Correlation (Noun)
Meaning
A correlation in which large values of one variable are associated with large values of the other and small with small; the correlation coefficient is between 0 and +1.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Studies have found a positive correlation between a child's intake of fruits and vegetables and their overall academic performance.
- Research has shown a positive correlation between regular exercise and improved mental health in individuals suffering from depression.
- There is a positive correlation between a country's GDP and the number of tourists visiting that country each year.
- A study on employee satisfaction found a positive correlation between the amount of autonomy given to workers and their overall job satisfaction.
- Data analysis revealed a positive correlation between the time spent studying and the grades achieved by students in a particular course.