The Perception of a Statistical Association Between Two Variables Where

question 58

Multiple Choice

The perception of a statistical association between two variables where none exists is known as ______________.

• A)confirmation bias
• B)an illusory correlation
• C)a negative correlation
• D)a third variable problem

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