Suppose a researcher finds a positive correlation between testosterone levels and aggressive behavior among a sample of adolescent boys. Based on this information, which of the following is the most specific conclusion of which we can be certain
A)Testosterone levels are unrelated to aggression
B)As testosterone increases, so does aggression
C)Increases in testosterone cause aggressive behavior
D)Aggressive behavior causes increases in testosterone

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The positive correlation indicates that as testosterone levels increase, aggressive behavior also tends to increase. However, correlation does not imply causation, so we cannot conclude that testosterone causes aggression or vice versa.

Suppose a Researcher Finds a Positive Correlation Between Testosterone Levels