When a Post-Facto Relationship Is Found Between Two Variables a and B

question 141

Multiple Choice

When a post-facto relationship is found between two variables A and B, it is always possible, though not certain, that

• A) A caused B
• B) B caused A
• C) a third variable, X, has caused A plus B
• D) all of these

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Understand the concept of probability and how it quantifies the likelihood of events.

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Definitions:

Single Reduction

In mechanical systems, a gear arrangement where speed reduction and torque increase are accomplished in one single step or stage.

Differential Carrier

The housing that contains the differential assembly in a vehicle, responsible for allowing wheels to rotate at different speeds for smooth turns.

Gear Reduction

A mechanism that reduces the speed of an input shaft to a slower output speed, increasing torque in the process.

Steering Axles

Axles equipped with mechanisms for steering, allowing the vehicle to change direction; critical for maneuverability.