If a and B Are Highly Correlated, Which Statement MOST

question 149

Multiple Choice

If A and B are highly correlated, which statement MOST accurately describes the relationship between A and B?

• A)The score on A causes the score on B.
• B)The score on B causes the score on A .
• C)Both A and B are caused by a third variable .
• D)The score on A can be used to predict the score on B .

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Definitions:

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