Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About Nonexperimental

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate statement about nonexperimental designs and testing a causal relationship?

• A) Cross-sectional design is preferable over a repeated cross-sectional design.
• B) Repeated cross-sectional design is preferable over a cross-sectional design.
• C) There is no difference in the ability of either to test a causal relationship.
• D) Nonexperimental designs are preferable to experimental designs.

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