Causation Cannot Be Inferred from Correlational Studies Because

question 124

Multiple Choice

Causation cannot be inferred from correlational studies because

• A)they are so low in external validity.
• B)they do not involve the manipulation of variables.
• C)they are always conducted outside of the research lab.
• D)researchers have too much control over the variables in correlational research.

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