A researcher measures three variables, X, Y, and Z, for each individual in a sample of n

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A researcher measures three variables, X, Y, and Z, for each individual in a sample of n = 25. The Pearson correlations for this sample are rXY = 0.8, rXZ = 0.6, and rYZ = 0.7.
a. Find the partial correlation between X and Y, holding Z constant.
b. Find the partial correlation between X and Z, holding Y constant.
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Statistics For The Behavioral Sciences

ISBN: 9781111830991

9th Edition

Authors: Frederick J Gravetter, Larry B. Wallnau

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