In the Discussion of Correlation and Causation, Correlation Means

question 83

Multiple Choice

In the discussion of correlation and causation, correlation means:

• A)​two sets of phenomena may be related, but one does not necessarily cause the other.
• B)​two sets of phenomena are not related and one may in fact cause the other.
• C)​that when two phenomena are repeatedly observed together, one must cause the other.
• D)​that if a groundhog sees his shadow in February, this phenomena causes there to be six more weeks of bad weather.

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Definitions:

Creative Destruction

The process through which new innovations lead to the demise of older technologies, promoting progress and economic growth.

Diffusion

The process by which an innovation is communicated through certain channels over time among the members of a social system.

R&D

Short for Research and Development, involving investigative activities a business conducts to improve existing products and procedures or to lead to the development of new products and procedures.

Invention

The creation of a new product, system, or process that has never before been made and is recognized as the product of some unique insight.