The Main Reason for the Persistence of Many Illusory Correlations

question 79

Multiple Choice

The main reason for the persistence of many illusory correlations is the fact that

• A) many experimenters are not careful when calculating correlation coefficients or use the wrong statistical techniques.
• B) many variables that were strongly correlated in the past have ceased to be correlated.
• C) people intentionally deceive others for their own gain.
• D) people's selectively remember facts that support their expectations.

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