In the Past, There Was a Strong Correlation Between Ice

question 21

Multiple Choice

In the past, there was a strong correlation between ice cream consumption and polio diagnoses in children. However, this was shown not to be a causal relationship by:

• A) identifying a common underlying omitted variable.
• B) demonstrating reverse causality.
• C) correcting errors in data reporting.
• D) eliminating coincidences.

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