What Is the Main Difference Between Descriptive and Experimental Research

question 43

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between descriptive and experimental research approaches?

• A) the former always uses qualitative data while the latter always uses quantitative data
• B) descriptive research is done by social scientists while natural scientists do experimental research
• C) descriptive research involves manipulating variables but experimental research does not
• D) experimental research is designed to establish cause-and-effect relationships but descriptive research focuses on describing something

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Definitions:

Income Program

A government or institutional initiative designed to provide monetary assistance to individuals or families in need.

Forced-Savings Program

A government or employer initiative requiring individuals to save a portion of their income to foster economic stability or for future use.

Payroll Tax

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Nominal Wages

Are the amounts paid to employees in current dollar terms, without adjusting for inflation or purchasing power.