Question

(05.07 MC)

The correlation coefficient for poor hearing and loud music in a group of people is 0.67 Analyze the following statement:
Poor hearing is caused by listening to loud music.
Is this a reasonable conclusion?

Answer 1

No, it is not a reasonable conclusion.

Explanation:

The correlation coefficient is only 0.67. While this does indicate correlation, it does not indicate causation. So, you can't conclude that poor hearing is caused by listening to loud music.