In the discussion regarding causal and effectual rationality, the first is said to be typically useful when uncertainty is low and predictability is high, and the other when uncertainty is high and predictability is low.

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This is correct. Causal rationality involves identifying a desired outcome and working backward to create a plan to achieve it, which works best when there is high predictability and low uncertainty. Effectual rationality involves taking the available means and working forward to create a goal, which works best when there is high uncertainty and low predictability.

In the Discussion Regarding Causal and Effectual Rationality, the First