Question #6421690Single Choice

Algebra-1

Question

A study finds that the number of people who carry umbrellas correlates with the number of people who catch colds. Which of the following is the best explanation for this correlation?

Options

Carrying an umbrella directly causes people to catch colds.

People who catch colds are more likely to carry umbrellas.

There is a third factor, such as cold, rainy weather, influencing both variables.

Umbrellas directly protect people from colds.

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