If Researchers Find a Positive Correlation Between Cowardice and Nosebleeds

question 32

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) there is an association between the two variables

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