A News Article Reports a Negative Correlation Between Brain Size

question 94

Multiple Choice

A news article reports a negative correlation between brain size and self-esteem,which leads some people to conclude that larger brains lead to lower self-esteem.The main problem with this conclusion is that

• A)the relationship between brain size and self-esteem may be due to a third variable,such as alcohol use.
• B)causal inferences can only be made for really strong correlations.
• C)this relationship is an illusory correlation.
• D)the directionality of the relationship is unclear.

---

Definitions:

Ethical Guidelines

A set of principles designed to help professionals conduct their business honestly and with integrity.

Operationalise Aggression

The process of defining how aggression will be measured and identified in research.

Empirical Literature

Consists of publications and studies that are based on empirical evidence, which is obtained through observation, experimentation, or experience.

Aggression

Describes behaviors or actions intended to harm or intimidate another individual, either physically or psychologically.