Discuss Causal Research and Why Studies of The"if-Then"variety Are Considered

question 86

Essay

Discuss causal research and why studies of the"if-then"variety are considered to be causal studies.

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Definitions:

Birth Control Pills

Medication taken orally to prevent pregnancy, often considered a qualified medical expense for health savings accounts.

Deductible Interest

Interest payments on loans (such as mortgage or student loans) that can be subtracted from gross income to reduce taxable income under certain circumstances.

Home Mortgage

A loan provided by a financial institution to a borrower for the purchase of a residential property, secured by the property itself.

Tax-Exempt Securities

Investments whose interest income is not subject to federal income tax, and in some cases, state and local taxes.