Why is it not possible to determine causality from a correlation?

Why is it not possible to determine causality from a correlation?




a. The correlation proves that there is a causal effect, but you can't know which one causes the other.

b. Correlational studies lack a large enough N, or number of subjects to show causation.

c. There could be a third variable causing both.

d. It is possible, but only if it is a positive correlation.


Answer: C. There could be a third variable causing both.


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