Both Minivan Sales and Birth Rates Are on the Rise

question 122

Multiple Choice

Both minivan sales and birth rates are on the rise.The conclusion that minivans cause people to have children is an example of making the mistake of:

• A) extrapolation.
• B) omitted variables.
• C) correlation without causation.
• D) reverse causality.

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Definitions:

Group Norms

Shared expectations and rules that guide the behavior of members within a group, influencing conformity and social harmony.

Acceptable Behaviour

Actions or conduct that are deemed appropriate or suitable by societal or specific group standards.

Tuckman's Developmental Sequence

A theory of group development proposed by Bruce Tuckman, which outlines stages groups typically go through: forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning.

Performing

The act of carrying out an action or presenting oneself in a certain way, often in front of an audience.