Studies find that people who exercise regularly tend to have a more cheerful outlook on life. What conclusion, if any, can we draw from these data?

A) Exercise improves mood.
B) Cheerfulness increases one's urge to be active.
C) People who are young and healthy tend to be cheerful and active.
D) We can draw none of these conclusions.

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Travis Dodson · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The data only show a correlation between exercise and a cheerful outlook, not causation. It does not specify whether exercise improves mood, cheerfulness increases activity, or if it's due to another factor like age or health.

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