For a scientific explanation to be judged adequate, what must it incorporate?
A) statistical significance
B) causal mechanisms
C) representative samples
D) nonrecursive sequencing

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A scientific explanation must incorporate causal mechanisms to explain the relationship between variables being studied. Statistical significance, representative samples, and nonrecursive sequencing may be important components in some studies, but are not necessary for an explanation to be judged adequate.

For a Scientific Explanation to Be Judged Adequate, What Must