Which of the Following Is an Example of Correlation Without

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of correlation without causation?

• A) HPV can cause cervical cancer.
• B) Illegal drug use causes an increase in crime.
• C) Helicobacter pylori can cause ulcers.
• D) People who commit crimes also consume bread.
• E) Parents have children.

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Definitions:

Brightness

The perception of the intensity of light emitted or reflected by an object, contributing to its visibility.

Loudness

A perceptual attribute of sounds that determines the intensity or volume as heard by the listener.

Subliminal Stimulus

A Subliminal Stimulus is any sensory input that is below an individual's threshold for conscious perception, yet can influence thoughts, feelings, or actions.

Sensitivity To Constant Stimuli

The phenomenon whereby prolonged exposure to a constant stimulus leads to a decrease in the organism's response to that stimulus, also known as habituation.