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the belief that strange behavior is linked to the occurrence of a full moon is an example of a(n) ______.

○ opinion
○ correlation
○ illusory correlation
○ fact

Explanation:

An illusory correlation is the perception of a relationship between two variables (strange behavior and full moon) when no such relationship actually exists or is much weaker than perceived. An opinion is a personal view, correlation is a real relationship, and a fact is a proven truth. The belief about full moon and behavior is an illusory correlation as research shows no real link.

Answer:

C. illusory correlation