A correlation coefficient of 1 means the two variables move:
APerfectly together
BEntirely at random
CExactly opposite
DCompletely apart
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Perfectly together
1. The value sits at the positive extreme.
2. Minus one would be the opposite.
3. They move perfectly together.
_Source: OpenStax Principles of Finance 2e, Chapter 15, How to Think about Investing._
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