A researcher examines two relationships: The relationship b…

A researcher examines two relationships: The relationship between patients’ age and mean periodontal probing depth. Both variables are continuous, approximately normally distributed, and have a linear relationship. The relationship between patients’ oral-health risk category (low, moderate, or high) and their ranked level of treatment adherence. Which correlation coefficients are most appropriate?  

Researchers conduct a case-control study to examine the rela…

Researchers conduct a case-control study to examine the relationship between tobacco use and periodontal disease. They compare patients with periodontal disease to patients without periodontal disease and review each patient’s history of tobacco exposure. Which measure of association is most appropriate?  

A dental hygienist investigates whether a new powered toothb…

A dental hygienist investigates whether a new powered toothbrush reduces plaque more effectively than a manual toothbrush. Participants are assigned to use either the powered or manual toothbrush. Plaque scores are measured at baseline and again after four weeks. Which statements correctly describe the comparisons in this study? (Select all that apply.)