Two-Variable Data: Models and Scatterplots

SAT Math· difficulty 4/5

A study finds children who watch more TV have lower test scores. Which conclusion is unjustified?

  • A

    Watching TV directly causes lower test scores.

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  • B

    There may be confounding variables (study habits, parenting, etc.).

  • C

    There is a negative correlation between TV watching and test scores.

  • D

    Further controlled studies are needed for causation.

Explanation

Observational correlation does not establish causation; confounding variables may exist.

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