Which of the following is NOT true concerning correlation?
A. Correlation can show the relationship between variables.
B. Correlation can show cause and effect.
C. Correlation can show linear relationships.
D. Correlation can show nonlinear relationships.
Correlations may be positive or negative and linear or nonlinear. However, correlation does not determine cause and effect. Correlation does not necessarily mean causation.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.
More Questions on TEAS 7 Science
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Q #1: What types of reaction is Cu (s) + 2AgNO3(aq) → 2Ag(s) + Cu(NO3)2(aq)?
A. Single replacement
B. Double replacement
C. Synthesis
D. Decomposition
Answer Explanation
This is a single replacement reaction in which copper replaces silver. The copper combines with the nitrate ions, and the silver precipitates out. Single replacement reactions have the general form of
A + BC →
AC + B. Double replacement reactions have the general form of AB + CD→
AD + CB. Synthesis reactions have the general form of A + B →
AB. Decomposition reactions have the general form AB→
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Q #2: Which of the following is a carbohydrate?
A. Cellulose
B. Hemoglobin
C. Estrogen
D. ATP
Answer Explanation
Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate that composes the better part of the cell wall.
Hemoglobin is a protein and is found in red blood cells. Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a compound used by living organisms to store and use energy. Estrogen is a steroid hormone that stimulates the development of female sex characteristics.
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Q #3: There are three Insects that are being compared under a microscope. As a scientist, you decide that measuring them would be an important part of recording their data. Which unit of measurement would best for this situation?
A. Centimeters
B. Meters
C. Micrometers
D. Kilometers
Answer Explanation
The best use of the International System of Units (SI) for this situation would be the use of the micrometer as it is the smallest unit of measurement provided and the scientist is using a microscope to view the insects.
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Q #4: Where is the scapula in relation to the olecranon?
A. Distal
B. Lateral
C. Ventral
D. Superior
Answer Explanation
The scapula, commonly known as the shoulder blade, is above the olecranon, commonly known as the elbow. Conversely, the olecranon is distal or inferior to the scapula.
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Q #5: Which of the following molecules exhibits ionic bonding?
A. NaCl
B. CO2
C. C6H12O6
D. H2O
Answer Explanation
Sodium chloride exhibits lonic bonding due to the attraction between Na+ ions and Cl- ions.
Typically, elements on the opposite sides of the periodic table (a metal and a nonmetal) form ionic bonds. Carbon dioxide, water, and glucose exhibit covalent bonding. Typically, elements on the same side of the periodic table (two or more nonmetals) form covalent bonds.
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Q #6: Which of the following is NOT true concerning correlation?
A. Correlation can show the relationship between variables.
B. Correlation can show cause and effect.
C. Correlation can show linear relationships.
D. Correlation can show nonlinear relationships.
Answer Explanation
Correlations may be positive or negative and linear or nonlinear. However, correlation does not determine cause and effect. Correlation does not necessarily mean causation.
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Q #7: Enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions by ________
A. Lowering the potential energy of the products
B. Separating inhibitors from products
C. Forming a complex with the products
D. Lowering the activation energy of the reaction
Answer Explanation
Enzymes act as catalysts for biochemical reactions. A catalyst is not consumed in a reaction, but rather lowers the activation energy for that reaction. The potential energy of the substrate and the product remain the same, but the activation energy-the energy needed to make the reaction progress can be lowered with the help of an enzyme.
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Q #8: Identify the location where neurotransmitters are stored immediately prior to use.
A. Area A
B. Area B
C. Area C
D. Area D
Answer Explanation
Area B is a synaptic vesicle where the neurotransmitters are stored just before use.
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Q #9: Which of the following is NOT provided as a result of the valid research and observations recorded by scientists?
A. A better understanding of the physical world
B. The ability to predict possible outcomes affected by actions
C. The ability to prevent earthquakes and other natural disasters
D. The creation of various substances and technologies that enhance our world
Answer Explanation
Scientists make observations, gather data, and complete research over many years in order to compile knowledge that will provide insight into future disasters, such as earthquakes, storms, and global warming. Although science can be used to predict earthquakes and other natural disasters, there is currently no way of preventing them from occurring.
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Q #10: Which of the following orbitals is the last to fill?
A. 1s
B. 3s
C. 4p
D. 6s
Answer Explanation
Of these orbitals, the last to fill is 6s.
Orbitals fill in the following order: 1s, 25, 2p. 35, 3p, 4s, 3d, 4p, 55, 4d, 5p. 6s, 4f, 5d, 6p. 7s, 5f, 6d, and 7p. The number is the orbital number, and the letter is the sublevel identification. Sublevels has one orbital and can hold a maximum of two electrons. Sublevel p has three orbitals and can hold a maximum of six electrons. Sublevel d has five orbitals and can hold a maximum of 10 electrons, Sublevel f has seven orbitals and can hold a maximum of 14 electrons.
