Assume That Variables X and Y Are Significantly Correlated; the Third

question 20

Multiple Choice

Assume that variables X and Y are significantly correlated; the third variable problem means that

• A)the correlation could be explained by their joint relation with some other factor.
• B)another variable must correlate with X but not Y.
• C)another variable must correlate with Y but not X.
• D)X causes Y and Y causes X.

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Definitions:

Bodily Arousal

A physiological response to stimuli, characterized by an increase in energy, alertness, and readiness for action.

Deliberate Action

An intentional, conscious behavior directed towards achieving a specific goal.

Neurons

Specialized cells transmitting nerve impulses; the basic building blocks of the nervous system.

Somatic Nervous System

Division of the PNS consisting of nerves that carry information from the senses to the CNS and from the CNS to the voluntary muscles of the body.