If Two Variables Are Correlated, Then It Must Be True

question 120

True/False

If two variables are correlated, then it must be true that one of the variables causes the other.

Understand the concept of correlation and distinguish between positive, negative, and zero correlations.

Recognize the limitations of correlational studies in inferring causation.

Identify examples of illusory correlations and understand why they occur.

Understand the basic principles of experimental design, including independent and dependent variables.