Spurious correlations
A) are those where the apparent relationship between two variables is actually produced by a third variable.
B) are an ideal toward which researchers strive.
C) are nonexistent in true scientific research.
D) have no bearing on the researcher's search for truth.

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Spurious correlations are relationships between two variables that appear to be significant, but are actually caused by a third variable. These correlations are not desirable in scientific research, as they can lead to false conclusions and inaccuracies.

Spurious Correlations