If you observe a correlation between 2 variables, A and B, then you can assume that

A) A may cause B.
B) B may cause A.
C) A third variable C may cause both A and B.
D) Any of the above is possible.


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. they are related to other measures of the same construct b. they are unrelated to measures of ideology c. they are unrelated to measures of personality d. they are related to other measures of the same construct and they are unrelated to measures of personality

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