Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A causal relationship refers to a cause-and-effect connection between two or more variables, where changes in one variable directly influence changes in another variable.
AP course connection
Topic 1.2: 1.2 Examining how evidence supports a claim