Regarding correlations, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)Correlation demonstrates causation.
B)We can conclude that a causal relationship exists solely on the basis of a correlation.
C)An experiment must be performed to establish a causal relationship.
D)All of these statements are true.

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Correlation does not demonstrate causation, and we cannot conclude that a causal relationship exists solely based on a correlation. An experiment is required to establish a causal relationship, and control groups and manipulation of the independent variable are necessary to draw a causal conclusion.

Regarding Correlations, Which of the Following Statements Is/are TRUE