There Is a High Correlation Between the Number of Americans

question 92

Multiple Choice

There is a high correlation between the number of Americans who pay income tax in the month of April and the number of swimsuits sold. Which of the following statements is the best description of this relationship?

• A) It is a spurious relationship.
• B) It is a cause-and-effect relationship.
• C) It is an indirect relationship.
• D) It is classified as a null hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Case Study

A detailed history of an individual that contains data from a variety of sources.

Detailed History

Refers to the thorough collection and examination of past events, circumstances, or background elements, especially in a clinical or research context.

Correlation Method

A statistical technique used to measure and describe the degree and direction of the relationship between two variables.

Cause and Effect

A relationship where one event (the cause) makes another event happen (the effect).