Which of the following statements about correlational studies is TRUE?
A)Correlation equals causation.
B)Correlation does not necessarily indicate causality.
C)Correlational studies are used in the experimental design.
D)Correlational studies tell us very little about the relationship between variables.

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Correlational studies are used to determine the relationship between two variables, but they do not establish causation. There may be other variables that are not accounted for that influence the observed relationship between the two variables being studied. Therefore, correlation does not necessarily indicate causality.

Which of the Following Statements About Correlational Studies Is TRUE