Week 4 Diversity And Leadership

This weeks’ discussion of correlation and causation helps us interpret and understand what the data created from research means to the problem or question that we are addressing.

Write a 700- to 1050-word paper in which you:

• Differentiate between correlation and causation.
• Explain how each is calculated or tested.
• What is statistical significance and how does it relate to correlation?
• Describe how they are used in decision and policy making. Provide examples to illustrate your understanding.

Include at least two peer reviewed references.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.