Spuriousness Occurs When ______

question 25

Multiple Choice

Spuriousness occurs when ______.

• A) a third variable causes both the independent and dependent variable
• B) a third variable causes the dependent variable only
• C) a third variable causes the independent variable only
• D) a third is caused by both the independent and dependent variables

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Definitions:

Alcoholic

A person who suffers from alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Inductive

A logical process in which multiple premises, all believed true or found true most of the time, are combined to obtain a specific conclusion.

Deductive

Deductive reasoning involves drawing specific conclusions from a general statement or principle, often used in logical argumentation and mathematical proofs.

Logical

Pertaining to or characterized by clear, sound reasoning or a valid inference.