Research Has Shown That Self-Esteem Is Significantly Positively Correlated with Academic

Multiple Choice

Research has shown that self-esteem is significantly positively correlated with academic performance. Some educators have argued that we should improve the self-esteem of students to improve their academic performance. Which thinking error are these educators making?

A) "After this, therefore because of this" reasoning
B) Confusing correlation with causation
C) Circular reasoning
D) Confirmation bias