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Re: correlation between binomial and continue variables

Posted by Swank, Paul R on Sep 28, 2011; 5:53pm
URL: http://spssx-discussion.165.s1.nabble.com/correlation-between-binomial-and-continue-variables-tp4850031p4850204.html

If the binary variable has an underlying normal distribution, that is, the construct is continuous and normal but artificially dichotomized, then a biserial correlation would be appropriate. Otherwise, it is the point biserial.

Dr. Paul R. Swank,
Children's Learning Institute
Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Medical School
Adjunct Professor, School of Public Health
University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston


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From: SPSSX(r) Discussion [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of ro
Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 12:13 PM
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Subject: correlation between binomial and continue variables

Hi all,

I d like know if exist some method for run a correlation between 2
variables: one continue (and normal  variate) and other binomial variate
(presence and absence).

Thanks in advance
Rodrigo


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