A survey shows a correlation between higher amounts of exercise to higher happiness levels. Explain the correlation and causation for this statement.

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There is
correlation and
causation for the statement.

answer choices: no, a negative, a positive
answer choices: no, a negative, a positive

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There is a positive correlation and causation for the statement.

A positive correlation means that as one variable (exercise) increases, the other variable (happiness levels) also tends to increase. Causation implies that the increase in exercise directly leads to an increase in happiness levels, which can be supported by research showing the mental health benefits of regular physical activity.