Correlational research is potentially limited when it comes to
A) applying the results of correlational studies to predict such issues as physical and psychological health-related problems.
B) establishing quantitative relationships between two sets of responses obtained in a survey.
C) interpreting causal relationships based on correlational studies alone.
D) using sophisticated statistical procedures in analyzing correlational studies.

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Correlational research only shows associations between variables but cannot establish a causal relationship. Other factors may be at play and need to be considered before inferring causation.

Correlational Research Is Potentially Limited When It Comes to