Describe the Error in the Stated Conclusion

question 48

Essay

Describe the error in the stated conclusion.
-Given: There is a significant linear correlation between the number of homicides in a town and the number of movie theaters in a town. Conclusion: Building more movie theaters will cause the homicide rate to rise.

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Definitions:

Minority Group

A group of people who, due to their physical or cultural characteristics, are singled out from the others in the society in which they live for differential and unequal treatment.

Gather A Crowd

The act of assembling a group of people in a specific location for a purpose, such as a meeting, performance, or demonstration.

Task Performance

The execution or accomplishment of a specific work-related activity or assigned task.

Simple Task

An activity or assignment that is straightforward and easy to accomplish, requiring minimal cognitive effort or complexity.