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Which of the following is an example of a positive correlation?
a) The crime rate increases as the income level decreases.
b) As education levels decrease, the crime rates increase.
c) The crime rate decreases as city population decreases.
d) None of the above.

I don't think any of them are correct. Is my answer correct?

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  1. With a positive correlation, both variables increase/decrease together.

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