To infer causality, three conditions must be met. One of them is that:
A) X and Y occur at the same time.
B) X is not related to Y.
C) Confounding variables can be ruled out as causes.
D) Manipulating one variable does not influence another variable.

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Confounding variables must be ruled out to establish a causal relationship, ensuring that the observed effect is due to the independent variable and not some other factor.

To Infer Causality, Three Conditions Must Be Met