Cause and Effect

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What is the definition of 'cause' in the context of cause and effect?

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A cause is an event or action that leads to a result or effect.

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What is the definition of 'effect' in the context of cause and effect?

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An effect is the result or outcome that occurs as a consequence of a cause.

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In the statement 'Kevin went to the dentist because he had a toothache', what is the cause?

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He had a toothache.

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In the statement 'Keegan was hungry because he skipped lunch', what is the effect?

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Keegan was hungry.

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What is an example of a cause and effect relationship?

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If it rains (cause), the ground gets wet (effect).

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How can understanding cause and effect help in problem-solving?

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It helps identify the reasons behind events and predict outcomes.

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What is a common signal word that indicates a cause?

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Because.

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What is a common signal word that indicates an effect?

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Therefore.

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Can a single cause lead to multiple effects? Provide an example.

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Yes, for example, a storm (cause) can lead to flooding, power outages, and property damage (effects).

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Can multiple causes lead to a single effect? Provide an example.

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Yes, for example, poor diet and lack of exercise (causes) can lead to obesity (effect).