Explain why the conclusion in the given statement is incorrect.
In recent years, it was found that there was a strong correlation between the number of movie tickets sold and the number of space missions launched. It therefore follows that selling more movie tickets causes more space missions.

• A. The increase in both variables is likely due to independent societal and technological advancements, not a direct causal link.
• B. Space agencies fund movies to increase public interest in space missions
• C. Watching more movies makes people want to become astronauts, leading to more space missions.
• D. The correlation proves that selling more movie tickets increases the number of space missions.

Answer: (A)