A Correlational Study Is Useful Because It Can

question 24

Multiple Choice

A correlational study is useful because it can:

• A)provide compelling evidence of cause-and-effect relationships.
• B)examine how strongly two variables are related to one another.
• C)provide a detailed description of a single individual.
• D)promote the acceptance of pseudosciences.

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Definitions:

Asbestos Exposure

Contact with asbestos fibers, often leading to serious health risks including lung diseases and cancers, typically occurring in workplaces or buildings with asbestos-containing materials.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe, often caused by long-term exposure to irritants.

Myocardial Infarction

A medical term for a heart attack, resulting from the interruption of blood supply to a part of the heart, causing heart cells to die.

Continuous Cardiac Monitoring

The ongoing process of tracking the heart's activity to detect any abnormalities or changes in heart rhythm.