Which one of these examples is NOT an example of CAUSATION?

Kryptonite causes Superman to lose all his powers.

Temperatures of less than 32˚F cause water to freeze.

Stepping on the gas pedal causes a car to move faster.

Causation And Correlation

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Which one of these examples is NOT an example of CAUSATION?
- Kryptonite causes Superman to lose all his powers.
- Temperatures of less than 32˚F cause water to freeze.
- Umbrellas cause rainstorms.
- Stepping on the gas pedal causes a car to move faster.
Correct Answer

A. Umbrellas cause rainstorms.

Explanation

"Umbrellas cause rainstorms" is the only example that doesn't show CAUSATION. Umbrellas don't cause rainstorms, even though you usually see lots of umbrellas when it's raining. The other examples do show causation. Kryptonite is the reason Superman loses his powers, Water freezes because of temperatures lower than 32˚F, and cars accelerate because someone steps on the gas pedal.

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What is one new example of causation?
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Identify whether this is an example of causation or correlation: Poison Ivy and Rashes
- Causation
- Correlation
Correct Answer

A. Causation

Explanation

This is an example of causation because poison ivy causes rashes. When a person comes into contact with poison ivy, the oils from the plant can cause an allergic reaction on the skin, resulting in a rash. Therefore, there is a direct cause-and-effect relationship between being exposed to poison ivy and developing rashes.

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Identify whether this is an example of causation or correlation: Age and Number of Toy Cars Owned
- Causation
- Correlation
Correct Answer

A. Correlation

Explanation

This is an example of correlation because it suggests that there is a relationship between age and the number of toy cars owned, but it does not imply that one variable causes the other. It could be that as children grow older, they tend to accumulate more toy cars, but it could also be that children who have more toy cars tend to be older.

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Is it possible for two things to have a causal relationship, but not be correlated? Is it possible for two things to be correlated, but not have a causal relationship? Explain, with examples if helpful.

Causation And Correlation

Which of the following situations is an example of CAUSATION?

Which one of these examples is NOT an example of CAUSATION?

What is one new example of causation?

Identify whether this is an example of causation or correlation: Poison Ivy and Rashes

Identify whether this is an example of causation or correlation: Age and Number of Toy Cars Owned

Is it possible for two things to have a causal relationship, but not be correlated? Is it possible for two things to be correlated, but not have a causal relationship? Explain, with examples if helpful.