Results of a study show a significant positive correlation between scores on the Dissociative Experiences Scale and a questionnaire on child abuse. The researchers conclude that this supports "the view that dissociation represents a reaction to early negative experience." What is one problem with this conclusion?
a. It suggests that the Dissociative Experiences Scale is valid
b. It assumes there is a negative correlation when there was actually a positive correlation.
c. It suggests that child abuse is the same thing as dissociation.
d. It assumes there is a cause-and-effect relationship.
d
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