It Is Difficult to Draw Causal Inferences in Correlational Research

question 20

Multiple Choice

It is difficult to draw causal inferences in correlational research because

• A)in correlational research variables are manipulated
• B)of the placebo effect
• C)of the social desirability bias
• D)it is difficult to tell which variable causes the other

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