RESEARCH STUDY 3.2
Dr. Ramon makes the following claim: "Watching television leads people to spend less time communicating with their spouses, study says." Dr. LaSalle makes the claim: "Research shows that making more money correlates with spending less time talking with your spouse."
-Refer to Research Study 3.2 above to answer the following question. Which type of claim is Dr.Ramon making?
A) Anecdotal claim
B) Association claim
C) Causal claim
D) Frequency claim
E) It is unclear which type of claim she is making

Question

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Dr. Ramon is making a causal claim, as she is stating that watching television leads to a specific behavior (spending less time communicating with spouses).

RESEARCH STUDY 3.2 Dr. Ramon Makes the Following Claim: "Watching Television Leads People