Problem 102 of 7
Identify a common-cause explanation for correlated variables umbrella sales and traffic accidents.
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Variables must have a plausible third factor affecting both.
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1. Identify both correlated variables.
2. Ask what third factor could influence both at the same time.
3. State the common-cause explanation.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Restating the correlation as the cause.