Which of the following interpretations is consistent with the correlation between intelligence scores and the number of neurons in the brain
A)Having a higher number of neurons in the brain produces intelligence.
B)A rich intellectual environment stimulates neuronal production in the brain.
C)Good nutrition both yields intelligence and stimulates neuronal production.
D)Each of these interpretations is consistent with the correlation.

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Correlations indicate a relationship between two variables but do not establish causation. Each of the interpretations (A, B, C) suggests a plausible link between intelligence scores and the number of neurons, fitting the concept that correlation can be consistent with multiple causal interpretations.

Which of the Following Interpretations Is Consistent with the Correlation