Which of the following examples illustrates probabilistic cause?
A) Students who do not study tend to perform poorly in school
B) Walker backed his car into Henry's Car and the impact damaged the radiator
C) John did not show up for the final exam and thereby received a zero
D) Every time Sarah spoke out in class she was sent to timeout

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Probabilistic cause refers to situations where the cause increases the likelihood of the effect but does not guarantee it. In choice A, not studying increases the probability of performing poorly, but it does not ensure it.

Which of the Following Examples Illustrates Probabilistic Cause