Which of the following may be safely inferred when a significant negative correlation is found between variables x and y?
A) x causes y
B) y causes x
C) as x increases, y increases
D) as x increases, y decreases

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A negative correlation between x and y indicates that as the value of x increases, the value of y decreases. However, it does not indicate causation, so options A and B cannot be safely inferred. Option C is also incorrect as it suggests a positive correlation.

Which of the Following May Be Safely Inferred When a Significant