Which of These Is One of the Conditions Necessary to Establish

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of these is one of the conditions necessary to establish causal inferences?

• A) The presumed cause follows the presumed effect in time.
• B) Multiple alternative explanations exist for the correlation.
• C) Factors other than the variables in question could create causation.
• D) The two variables are correlated.
• E) The sample size is large enough.

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Definitions:

Vivid

Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.

Non-rapid Eye Movement (NREM)

A period of sleep that encompasses stages 1 through 3, characterized by slower brain waves, decreased body movement, and reduced eye movement.

Circadian Rhythm

A cycle that is connected with the 24-hour period of the Earth’s rotation.