"Why Do We Do Natural Experiments?" Asks a Student

question 23

Multiple Choice

"Why do we do natural experiments?" asks a student."After all,each disaster that causes a natural experiment is unique." A good answer would be:

• A) They are an inexpensive ways to gather detailed individualized data on disaster survivors.
• B) They provide the least amount of experimenter's bias when studying the effects of disasters.
• C) The sheer volume has allowed researchers to identify patterns of reactions in those persons involved in disasters.
• D) The findings to date have been instrumental in helping prevent casualties from natural disasters.

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