Research has shown that religious attendance and affiliation are inversely correlated with alcohol,tobacco,and drug use.Which of the following is a valid conclusion of this?
A) Religion causes people to have positive behavioral outcomes.
B) People who are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, and use drugs are more drawn to religion.
C) Healthy lifestyles are closer to the will of God.
D) We cannot determine if religion causes healthy lifestyles or if some other factor predisposes healthy behavior and religion.

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The research shows a correlation, not causation, so we cannot definitively conclude that religion causes healthy lifestyles or vice versa. Other factors may influence both.

Research Has Shown That Religious Attendance and Affiliation Are Inversely