If Two Things Are Found to Have a Correlation Does

question 69

Multiple Choice

If two things are found to have a correlation does this imply that one thing caused the other to happen

• A) yes
• B) yes, if consistently shown
• C) no
• D) depends on the situation

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Definitions:

Spermarche

The beginning of development of sperm in boys’ testicles at puberty, marking the onset of adolescent fertility.

Testes

The male reproductive glands that produce sperm and the hormone testosterone.

XY

A chromosomal designation for male sex in many organisms, including humans, where males typically have one X and one Y chromosome.

SRY Gene

A sex-determining gene on the Y chromosome that triggers the development of male anatomical features.