Why Is It Unwise to Conclude That If Two Variables

question 79

Multiple Choice

Why is it unwise to conclude that if two variables are correlated,one must have caused the other?

• A) Rarely are only two variables correlated.
• B) It is impossible to conclude that two variables are related unless one can measure them perfectly.
• C) Variables can never be measured with complete accuracy.
• D) Some unmeasured third variable might be responsible for the relationship between the two.
• E) Any single variable is bound to have multiple causes.

Understand the concept and prevalence of bilingualism globally.

Identify and describe key stages and patterns in language development.

Recognize examples of language phenomena such as overregularization and fast mapping.

Describe foundational theories and studies in language development, including the work of key researchers.

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Definitions:

Middle Adulthood

A stage of life typically ranging from about 40 to 65 years of age, marked by continued personal and professional development, as well as a focus on family and community life.

Friendships

Relationships based on mutual trust, affection, and support between two or more people.

Close

To shut something or bring to an end; it can also refer to the physical proximity or the relationship closeness between individuals.

Ambivalent

Having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.