correlation measure reliability
test-retest, split half correlation as determines agreement( relation) between and apporiate for other testings
evaluate theories
what variables use
best with continuous
- numbered values can be measured
eg hight,weight,distance,time
AGE
LEVEL OF AGREEMENT
if one var continuous and one discontinous
binary response
YES/NO
MALE/FEMALE
difference between continuous and discontinuous
continous
no distinct categories
continous more controlled= gene and enviroment
overall what correlation do
find relation ship
terms of strength and direction