When a Relationship Is Spurious

question 15

Multiple Choice

When a relationship is spurious:

• A) the two variables under investigation are not empirically correlated
• B) the relationship is deterministic
• C) the two variables cannot be included as independent variables
• D) the correlation between two variables is not a causal one

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Definitions:

Growth Hormone

A peptide hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and cell regeneration in humans and other animals.

ACTH

Adrenocorticotropic hormone, a pituitary gland-produced peptide that stimulates the production of cortisol by the adrenal glands.

Hypoglycemia

A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels, which can cause symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, and confusion.

Oversecretion

The production and release of excess amounts of bodily substances, often hormones, compared to normal levels.