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reverse causality
reverse causality Reverse causality is when an observed link is interpreted in the wrong direction, so the supposed outcome may actually be influencing the supposed cause.
Reverse causality is when an observed link is interpreted in the wrong direction, so the supposed outcome may actually be influencing the supposed cause. In the source example, evidence suggests physical activity may affect motor competence rather than motor competence driving later physical activity.