A Number of Anomalies Can Cause Misleading Correlations

question 26

Essay

A number of anomalies can cause misleading correlations.Name two problems that can cause distortion with correlations.

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Definitions:

Carbocation

A positively charged ion (cation) in which the charge is on a carbon atom, often an intermediate in organic reactions.

Carbanion

An organic ion in which a carbon atom has three bonds and bears a negative charge, often an intermediate in organic reactions.

Free Radical

Highly reactive atoms or molecules with unpaired electrons, involved in a variety of chemical processes including polymerization and combustion.

Haloalkane

A class of organic compounds where one or more hydrogen atoms in an alkane (saturated hydrocarbon) are replaced with halogen atoms (such as chlorine, bromine, or iodine).