Weak monotone regression and weak regression dependence (Q794372)

The authors establish all valid relations between various notions of regression dependence, association and quadrant dependence of two random variables. The main results are: regression dependence \(\to\) monotone regression \(\to\) weak monotone regression and regression dependence \(\to\) weak regression dependence \(\to\) association \(\to\) quadrant dependence. It should be remarked that the second sequence of implications is due to \textit{J. D. Esary} and \textit{F. Proschan}, Ann. Math. Stat. 43, 651-655 (1972; Zbl 0263.62011). For further related results one may consult also the book of \textit{R. E. Barlow} and \textit{F. Proschan}, Statistical theory of reliability and life testing. (1975; Zbl 0379.62080).