Which of the Following Describes a Spurious Relationship Between X

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a spurious relationship between X, Y, and Z?

• A) X causes Z, which causes Y.
• B) Z causes X, which causes Y.
• C) Z has no effect on the relationship between X and Y.
• D) Z causes both X and Y.

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Definitions:

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