To fully demonstrate that a relationship is not spurious is:
A) impossible
B) a formidable challenge
C) to demonstrate that the obvious sources have been eliminated
D) to employ advanced statistical methods

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It is impossible to fully demonstrate that a relationship is not spurious because there may always be unknown or unmeasured variables affecting the relationship.

To Fully Demonstrate That a Relationship Is Not Spurious Is