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Consider the following statements:
1. Two independent variables are always uncorrelated.
2. The coefficient of correlation between two variables X and Y is positive when X decreases then Y decreases. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

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