Causation Conclusion
Definition
A causation conclusion is made when there is evidence that changes in one variable directly cause changes in another variable. However, correlation alone does not imply causation.
Related terms
Correlation: Correlation refers to a statistical relationship between two variables, but it does not imply causation.
Confounding Variable: A confounding variable is an uncontrolled factor that influences both the independent and dependent variables, making it difficult to establish causation.
Reverse Causality: Reverse causality occurs when the cause and effect are mistakenly reversed, leading to incorrect conclusions about causation.
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