Which of the conditions must be satisfied in order to justify the inference of a possible causal relationship between two variables? i. Concomitant variation
Ii) Time order of occurrence of variables
Iii) Absence of other possible causal factors
Iv) Sterile measurement environment
A)(i)
B)(i), (iii), and (iv)
C)(ii)and (iii)
D)(i)and (iv)
E)(i), (ii), and (iii)

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Concomitant variation (i) indicates that changes in one variable are associated with changes in another, suggesting a possible causal link. Time order of occurrence (ii) is necessary to establish which variable could be causing the other. The absence of other possible causal factors (iii) helps rule out alternative explanations. A sterile measurement environment (iv) is not a requirement for inferring causality; real-world conditions often involve variables interacting in complex environments.

Which of the Conditions Must Be Satisfied in Order to Justify