An apparent,although false,association between two variables that is caused by a third variable is called a(n)_________ correlation.
A)spurious
B)unproven
C)unreliable
D)invalid

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A spurious correlation is an apparent relationship between two variables that is actually caused by a third variable. This type of correlation can be misleading and may lead to false conclusions if not properly identified and controlled for in research. Unproven, unreliable, and invalid are not necessarily applicable terms in describing a spurious correlation.

An Apparent,although False,association Between Two Variables That Is Caused by a Third