Provide an example of a spurious relationship.
What will be an ideal response?
For example, a study shows that places where there are large populations of storks, families tend to be larger. Although there seems to be a correlation, the fact that most of these families live in rural areas and on farms may actually contribute to the large families rather than the stork population.
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Which statement about South Africa's relationship with the BRICS is NOT correct?
a. In comparison to the other BRICS, the South African economy is small. b. South Africa was invited to join the BRICS at the insistence of China. c. In many global forums, South Africa has adjusted its policies to align with the other BRICS. d. China is South Africa's largest export market. e. South Africa was invited to join the grouping immediately after the end of apartheid.
Which of the following is the closest to a practicable model of direct democracy?
a. Participatory democracy b. Pluralist democracy c. Presidential democracy d. Developmental democracy e. Protective democracy
Traditionally, the governor of Texas has dominated the budget process
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is true of lobbyists from foreign firms that operate in the United States?
a. They are concerned only about laws that affect international activity. b. Their concern lies with laws that affect national and international business, but not state or local business. c. They are concerned about laws both at the national and at the state and local levels. d. They are concerned about laws at both national and state levels, but not local levels.