Why Is Correlation Not Alone Sufficient for Explanation of a Cause-And-Effect

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Multiple Choice

Why is correlation not alone sufficient for explanation of a cause-and-effect argument?

• A) Cause-and-effect argument doesn't happen in comparative politics.
• B) Only positive correlation is explanatory.
• C) Correlative links do not necessarily imply causation.
• D) Negative correlation necessarily negates association.

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