A Researcher Finds a Strong Positive Correlation Between Ratings of Life

question 18

Multiple Choice

A researcher finds a strong positive correlation between ratings of life stress and symptoms of depression. Therefore, the researcher may be confident that:

• A) life stress causes symptoms of depression.
• B) symptoms of depression cause life stress.
• C) something else causes stress and depression.
• D) life stress and depression are related.

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Definitions:

Receptors

are specialized cells or proteins that detect and respond to external signals such as chemicals, light, or pressure.

Seeing Details

refers to the ability to perceive fine or small elements or differences in objects, images, or scenes.

Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that function best in relatively bright light and enable humans to perceive color and fine detail.

White, Opaque

A descriptive term typically used in visual or material contexts, indicating an object's color as white and its inability to allow light to pass through.