If Researchers Find a Positive Correlation Between Cowardice and Nosebleeds

question 52

Multiple Choice

If researchers find a positive correlation between cowardice and nosebleeds, it most likely means that:

• A) cowardice is a cause of nosebleeds.
• B) nosebleeds are a cause of cowardice.
• C) that a third variable-a genetic, hormonal factor-causes both cowardice and nosebleeds.
• D) any, all, or none of these answer choices.

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Definitions:

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