Correlation studies _____________?
Correct answer: C. indicate some relationship between two variables
- A. indicate causality
- B. are more valid than laboratory studies
- C. indicate some relationship between two variables
- D. involve manipulation of independent variables
Explanation
Correlation shows that two variables are related and indicates the direction and strength of that relationship, but it does not establish that one causes the other. Causality requires experimental manipulation and control of alternative explanations.
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