The student wants to report the finding without implying that cycling causes satisfaction. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

Question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- A survey found that people who cycle to work report higher job satisfaction.
- The survey did not ask how long people had been cycling or why they started.
- People who are already satisfied at work may be more willing to cycle there.
- The authors call the link 'suggestive but unexplained'.

Accepted Answer

A. Cyclists reported higher job satisfaction, but since satisfied workers may simply be more willing to cycle, the authors call the link suggestive but unexplained.. The finding, the reverse-cause possibility, and the authors' own words.

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B. Cycling to work makes people happier in their jobs. — Asserts the cause the notes leave open.

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C. The survey did not ask why people started cycling. — A gap without the finding.

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D. Cyclists report higher job satisfaction. — The finding without the caution.

Expression of Ideas practice question

Answer: A. Cyclists reported higher job satisfaction, but since satisfied workers may simply be more willing to cycle, the authors call the link suggestive but unexplained.

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