Many things can be learned from a correlational study, but such a study cannot tell a researcher about _____________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Answer: cause (or causation)

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What will be an ideal response?

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Which is true regarding ADHD and culture?

a. ADHD has been found to occur more in higher SES groups than lower ones b. ADHD has been identified in only one or two countries around the world in which it has been studied c. Differences in the prevalence of ADHD across cultures may reflect cultural norms d. ADHD presents the same in each country

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Which sleep complaint would you least expect from an older adult?

a. "I just can't get to sleep at night." b. "Once I go to sleep, I sleep way too long.". c. "I only slept four hours last night.". d. "If I don't get enough sleep at night, I am just worthless the next day.".

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One major problem with the use of medication in the treatment of bulimia nervosa is that a. well-controlled studies have not found medication more effective than a placebo. b. the beneficial effects of the medication may be short term

c. side effects make most patients discontinue the medication. d. patients refuse to take their medication.

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