Haley reads in a magazine that people who drink five cups of coffee a day are smarter and more productive than people who do not drink coffee.She does not drink coffee but is now considering drinking coffee every day.Which of the following information does she need to consider before making this decision?

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The media often leaves out important details about the study, such as the size and characteristics of the sample used. It is important to consider these details before making a decision about whether to adopt a behavior or not. In this case, Haley should investigate whether the study used a representative sample and whether other factors may have influenced the results. “A” is incorrect because the quality of research can vary. “B” is incorrect because the media may draw casual conclusions from correlational studies, and “D” is incorrect because generalizing from a small group to all people or applying conclusions from a group to an individual is not always appropriate.

Haley Reads in a Magazine That People Who Drink Five