Question

consider the following statement about a correlation. state the correlation clearly. then state whether the correlation is most likely due to a coincidence, a common underlying cause, or a direct cause. over a period of twenty years, the number of ministers and priests in a city increased, as did attendance at movies. select the correct answer below. a. there is a negative correlation between the number of ministers and priests and the attendance at movies. b. there is no correlation between the number of ministers and priests and the attendance at movies. c. there is a positive correlation between the number of ministers and priests and the attendance at movies.

Explanation:

Correlation does not imply causation. Just because the number of ministers and priests and movie - attendance increased together does not mean there is a direct relationship. There is likely no real connection between religious figures and movie - going, so it's probably a coincidence.

Answer:

B. There is no correlation between the number of ministers and priests and the attendance at movies.