What Is One Reason Why Psychologists May Use Quasi-Experimental Designs

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Multiple Choice

What is one reason why psychologists may use quasi-experimental designs?

• A) These designs have very small potential for experimenter bias.
• B) These designs allow researchers to eliminate all confounds.
• C) Psychologists have limited experience with other research designs.
• D) It would be unethical to manipulate certain variables in human participants.

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