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8.14 Distinguish Correlation and Causation Worksheet

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This Grade 8 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 8.14 Distinguish Correlation and Causation. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Distinguish Correlation and Causation - Which explanation best why a correlation does not necessarily imply causation and identify lurking variables in sample scenarios? (SEP: Asking Questions/Defining Problems; Planning and Carrying Out Investigations; Developing and Using Models; Analyzing and Interpreting Data; Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking; Constructing Explanations/Designing Solutions; Engaging in Argument from Evidence; Obtaining/Evaluating/Communicating Information; CCSS RST.6–8.1–10; WHST.6–8.1–8; TEKS §112.28 Grade 8; FL NGSSS; VA SOL; MA STE)

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

A researcher finds that students who take notes by hand score higher than students who type notes. The typed-note group included many students with learning accommodations that recommend typing.

Which explanation best fits?

AHandwriting forces higher scores in every subject.

BAccommodations make tests impossible to score.

CTyping makes knowledge disappear.

DGroup differences (accommodations, learning profiles) confound the note method–score relationship.

Solution & Explanation:If students differ in learning needs that affect test performance, the method of note-taking is not the only difference. Matching by learning profile or random assignment would help.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

A climate report finds that CO₂ levels and global temperature are correlated across decades. "

Which statement is the most scientifically accurate?,A. Correlation alone is not enough

Solution & Explanation:multiple datasets) can support a causal relationship. | B. Because the data are long-term

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

A researcher notes that classrooms with more group work have better test scores. However, the researcher only visited classrooms on days when group work was planned.

What is the major flaw?

ASampling/measurement bias: observing only on group-work days overestimates how common group work is and may bias the link to scores.

BGroup work cannot be observed.

CTest scores cause teachers to plan group work years earlier.

DCorrelation always proves causation if you visit classrooms.

Solution & Explanation:If observation days are not representative, you mismeasure the exposure. Biased measurement can create or exaggerate correlations that don’t reflect typical practice.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 8 Science students. It aligns with educational standard SCI.8.14 (Tell when data show a relationship and when they support a true cause-and-effect claim.).