Spurious Correlation

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    Spurious Correlation?
    A spurious correlation is a relationship between two variables that appear to have interdependence or association with each other but actually do not. Spurious correlation is often caused by a third factor that is not apparent at the time of examination.

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    This graph was created from separate data sets obtained from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture and the Census Bureau.
     
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    Data sources: U.S. Department of Agriculture and Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
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    There is no correlation between the stock market and the art market.

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    The Correlation Coefficient Song
     
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    Wow! What a catchy tune! :rolleyes: :p

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    Would the phrase "Very true" apply? Implies "Truth" exists in a variety of strengths.
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    @Nancy Hart
    You suppose that's true about Colorado? Personally I think the folks having a good supply of 7.62X39 small arms ammunition are in the best position to flaunt their case! ;)

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