Question

question 6 of 10
suppose that there were a strong correlation between the variables n and p. which of these is a true statement?
a. p must cause n.
b. n must cause p.
c. n may cause p.
d. n must not cause p.

Explanation:

Correlation does not imply causation. Just because there is a strong correlation between variables \(n\) and \(p\), it does not mean that one variable must cause the other. It is possible that \(n\) causes \(p\), \(p\) causes \(n\), or there is a third - variable causing both. So, \(n\) may cause \(p\).

Answer:

C. \(n\) may cause \(p\)