Which of the Following Research Projects Should NOT Be Considered

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following research projects should NOT be considered descriptive research?

• A) Dr. Smith studied the causes of bullying in schools and how bullying was related to substance use.
• B) Erica, a graduate student, studied the most common types of crimes committed in schools.
• C) Brad, a research assistant, studied how many youth are arrested for violent crimes each year.
• D) A government agency examined the percentage of youth that are victims of violence.

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Definitions:

Genetics

The branch of biology that deals with the study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in organisms.

Birth Order

The order in which a person is born into their family, which is theorized to influence their personality and behavior.

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Genetics

The branch of biology that deals with the inheritance of physical and behavioral characteristics.