A Common Source of Spurious Correlation Between X and Y

question 125

True/False

A common source of spurious correlation between X and Y is when a third unspecified variable Z affects both X and Y.

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Definitions:

Belongingness and Love

A psychological need where individuals seek acceptance, affection, and intimacy within interpersonal relationships, forming part of Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A theory in psychology proposing that human needs are prioritized in a pyramid structure, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.

Self-Actualising Individuals

People who are realizing their potential, capabilities, and talents fully, often associated with peak experiences and fulfilling their personal goals.

Congruence

In psychology, the matching between an individual's inner feelings and their outward expressions.