A Researcher Conducts a Study on the Relationship Between Caffeine

question 38

Multiple Choice

A researcher conducts a study on the relationship between caffeine consumption and performance on a math test. What kind of study is this?

• A) experimental
• B) correlational
• C) quasi-experimental
• D) There is not enough information here to tell for sure.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Differences

Describes variations in actions and reactions among individuals or groups due to genetic, environmental, or psychological factors.

Descriptive Research

A research method that involves observing and describing the behavior of a subject without influencing it in any way.

Phenomenon

An observable event or a fact that can be scientifically described or explained, often intriguing or unusual.

Data Analysis

The process of systematically applying statistical and/or logical techniques to describe, illustrate, condense, recap, and evaluate data.