As the state director of mental health programs, you note that some local mental health facilities have very high rates of staff turnover. You believe that part of this problem is a result of the fact that some of the local directors have very little training in administration and poorly developed leadership skills. Before implementing a program to address this problem, you collect some data to make sure your beliefs are supported by the facts.

Is there a relationship between staff turnover and the administrative experience of the directors?

Describe the relationship in terms of pattern and strength of the association.

Director Experienced?

Turnover No Yes Totals Low 4 9 13 Moderate 9 8 17 High 15 5 20 Totals 28 22 50