The Most Common Error in Interpreting Correlational Research Studies Is

question 5

Multiple Choice

The most common error in interpreting correlational research studies is in

• A) assuming that the data have been incorrectly reported
• B) assuming that the appropriate statistical analyses have been used
• C) assuming that a causal factor has been isolated
• D) all of these

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