When two matched groups are drawn from different populations, regression toward the original population means will be expected to create
A) reliable relationships.
B) valid relationships.
C) statistically significant relationships.
D) spurious relationships.

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Regression toward the original population means means that the two groups will tend to become more similar to their respective population means over time, which could result in apparent relationships that are actually spurious or coincidental. Therefore, the best choice is D, spurious relationships.

When Two Matched Groups Are Drawn from Different Populations, Regression