Correlation and Causation

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Which statement describes the relationship between correlation and causation in science?

A

Correlation always implies causation.
B

Causation always implies correlation.
C

Correlation provides evidence for causation but does not prove it.
D

Correlation and causation are unrelated concepts.

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Remember that two variables can move together without one causing the other; think of examples where a common factor drives both.

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Correlation provides evidence for causation but does not prove it.

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