In which of the following cases, should statistical significance of an association not be the reason for an intervention?
A) the dependent variable is modifiable
B) the size of the association is large
C) direction of association is known
D) the independent variable cannot be modified

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Statistical significance does not necessarily imply practical significance, especially when the independent variable cannot be modified. In such cases, even if an association is statistically significant, it may not be actionable or relevant for intervention.

In Which of the Following Cases, Should Statistical Significance of an Association