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Mr. Brown has gathered evidence that the self-esteem of students is negatively correlated with their typical levels of anxiety. Before he uses this evidence to conclude that self-esteem reduces anxiety,Mr. Brown should first be reminded that

A) events often seem more probable in hindsight.
B) random sequences of events often don't look random.
C) we often exaggerate the extent to which others share our opinions.
D) correlation does not prove causation.

Correlation Causation

Refers to the logical error of assuming that a correlation between two variables implies that one causes the other.

Self-Esteem

An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worth or value.

Levels of Anxiety

A classification system for the varying intensities of anxiety, ranging from mild unease to severe panic, impacting individuals differently.

  • Grasp the concept that correlation does not imply causation.
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