When a Researcher Cannot Manipulate Variables in a Project, He

question 77

Multiple Choice

When a researcher cannot manipulate variables in a project, he or she is forced to collect naturally occurring data.The data analysis would probably involve

• A)a correlational analysis.
• B)descriptive, but not inferential, statistics.
• C)naturalistic observation.
• D)selection bias.

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Definitions:

Specialize

To focus on a specific area of production or study to gain efficiency or expertise.

Gains from Trade

The increase in welfare or economic benefit that countries or individuals obtain by engaging in voluntary exchanges where they specialize according to their comparative advantages.

Equilibrium

A state in a market where supply equals demand, leading to a stable situation where there is no tendency for prices to change, assuming other factors remain constant.

Scarcity

The fundamental economic problem of having limited resources to meet unlimited wants and needs.