Temporal autocorrelation

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Defines delayed self-correlation and its risks, but stops short of calculating autocorrelation or explaining its statistical mechanics.

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Autocorrelation is the correlation between a time series and lagged versions of itself.

Temporal autocorrelation is the correlation between a time series and a delayed version of itself. It matters when comparing timestamped business data because nearby observations may reflect the same underlying time pattern rather than independent evidence. section 2.6.3

Treat correlation results cautiously when autocorrelation, trends, seasonality, or external shocks may be present. These patterns can inflate correlations or create spurious relationships that look meaningful without showing causation. section 2.6.3

Review timestamps

Review creation and answer timestamps are both tied to orders placed over time, so their values may rise together. Instead of relying on correlation, calculate the answer delay, inspect its distribution, and investigate whether the apparent relationship reflects review-response behavior. section 2.6.3

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