Montell had a theory that decreasing teens' use of social media would increase their level of anxiety.He conducted a correlational study that produced a correlation coefficient of +.73 between the two variables.Based on this study,Montell felt his theory was validated.What error did Montell make in attempting to prove his theory?

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Montell made the error of conducting a correlational study, which does not establish causation. The correlation coefficient only shows a relationship between two variables but cannot determine which variable is causing the change in the other or if a third variable is influencing both. Therefore, Montell cannot conclude that decreasing social media use is causing the increase in anxiety.

Montell Had a Theory That Decreasing Teens' Use of Social