What is another word for spurious correlation?
Pronunciation: [spjˈʊɹɪəs kˌɒɹɪlˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Spurious correlation is a statistical term that refers to a relationship between two variables that appears to be significant but is not. There are several synonyms for this term, including false correlation, coincidental correlation, and misleading correlation. Other related terms include correlation without causation and non-causal correlation. Spurious correlation can occur when there is a confounding variable that affects both variables being analyzed, or when the sample size is too small to draw meaningful conclusions. It is important to be aware of spurious correlations when interpreting statistical results, as they can lead to inaccurate conclusions and poor decision-making.
