An apparent causal relationship that is illusionary due to the effect of an unseen or initially hidden causal factor is called _________
If the unseen factor has a causal impact on both an independent and dependent variable, it produces a false impression that there is a relationship between them. a. spurious relationship
b. reductionism
c. tautology
d. teleology
e. ecological fallacy
A
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a. 3, 80 b. 4, 70 c. 2, 70 d. 2, 80
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A) The seriousness of the crime the informant is describing B) The level of detail provided by the informant C) The level of vulnerability of the victim(s) D) Whether the informant says the criminal in question is armed
A correctional officer is a criminalist
a. True b. False
Which of the following is a factor that influences delinquency?
A. association with delinquent peers B. family relationships C. lack of opportunity D. All of the answers are correct. E. None of the answers are correct.