Correlation vs Causation (WS #11)

1. The number of cold, snowy days and the amount of hot chocolate sold at a key resort.

• Correlation

• Causation

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

2. The number of miles driven and the amount of gas used.

• Correlation

• Causation

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3. The number of additional calories consumed and the amount of weight gained.

• Correlation

• Causation

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4. The age of a child and their shoe size

• Correlation

• Causation

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5. The amount of cars a salesperson sells and how much commission they make

• Correlation

• Causation

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

6. The number of cars traveling over a busy holiday weekend and the number of accidents reported.

• Correlation

• Causation

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

7. The number of homework assignments turned in and how well a student does in class.

• Correlation

• Causation

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8. The annual salary and blood pressure for men ages 20-60.

• Correlation

• Causation

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9. Which of the following statements shows a relationship that is correlated but NOT causal?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

10. Which of the following statements shows a relationship that is correlated but NOT causal?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9