A Correlation Tells Us

question 69

Multiple Choice

A correlation tells us:

• A)whether a cause-effect relationship exists.
• B)whether two variables are related
• C)whether or not a test is efficient.
• D)if people are responding to demand characteristics.

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Definitions:

Preferred Provider Organizations

A managed care organization of medical doctors, hospitals, and other health care providers who have agreed with an insurer or a third-party administrator to provide health care at reduced rates to the insurer's or administrator's clients.

Health Maintenance Organizations

Managed care organizations that provide health insurance coverage to their members through a network of doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.

Reduce Health Care Costs

Initiatives or policies aimed at lowering the expenses associated with medical care.

Elective Surgical Procedure

A type of surgery that is planned in advance, not arising from an emergency situation, and is subject to the patient's choice.