A researcher presented a recent study,which showed a statistical significance between increased consumption of sugar and increased tests scores in young children.How can she explain to the government minister responsible for education that increasing children's sugar consumption should not be encouraged?
A)A significant result does not mean that the effect is important
B)A significant result means that the effect is strong.
C)A significant result means that the effect is not relevant.
D)A significant result means that the effect is weak.

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A significant result indicates that the observed effect is unlikely to have occurred by chance, but it does not necessarily imply that the effect is practically important or beneficial. The significance of a result is a statistical concept, not a measure of the effect's magnitude or its implications for policy or health.

A Researcher Presented a Recent Study,which Showed a Statistical Significance