Which GCU core quantitative research designs might use Pearson correlation as the analysis type? Explain. Given the following problem statement, research question, hypothesis, and suggested research design do the components presented demonstrate good alignment? What are the variables? Would the research questions be adequately addressed by the data generated from a Pearson correlation? Support your position.

Problem Statement: It is not known to what extent a relationship exists between GPA and standardized test scores (math and English) for high school students.

RQ1: To what extent does a relationship exist between GPA and math standardized test scores for high school students?

H01: A statistically significant relationship does not exist between GPA and math standardized test scores for high school students. HA1: A statistically significant relationship does exist between GPA and math standardized test scores for high school students.

RQ2: To what extent does a relationship exist between GPA and English standardized test scores for high school students (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior)?

H02: A statistically significant relationship does not exist between GPA and English standardized test scores for high school students. HA2: A statistically significant relationship does exist between GPA and English standardized test scores for high school students.

Suggested design: Correlational