After Reading Chapter 2 (Methodology), What Would You Say to a President

question 58

Multiple Choice

After reading Chapter 2 (Methodology) , what would you say to a president who proudly takes credit for the following events happening during his term: lowering the deficit, reducing crime, and increasing literacy?

• A) "It's clear you were effective-you have my vote!"
• B) "Correlation does not mean causation."
• C) "Did you sample the entire population?"
• D) "Archival data are often suspect."

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Definitions:

Advertising Content

Materials and messages created to inform, persuade, or remind consumers about a product, service, or brand.

News Content

Information and stories that are reported in various media formats, including newspapers, television, and digital platforms.

Group Behavior

The manner in which people behave when they are in large or small groups, influenced by the presence and actions of others in the group.

Task-Oriented

Focused primarily on completing tasks or achieving goals, rather than on social or emotional aspects.