When there is a strong positive correlation between two variables,but,in fact,both variables are caused by a third variable,the relationship between the first two variables is said to be:
A)strong and negative
B)weak and negative
C)inverse
D)spurious

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When a correlation exists between two variables that is actually due to a third variable, it is called a spurious relationship. Therefore, the best choice is D.

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