Which of the Following Statements Is Most Accurate About Descriptive

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most accurate about descriptive research?

• A) Descriptive research can tell researchers what caused a behavior.
• B) Descriptive research allows investigators to control for all factors that may affect the results of a study.
• C) Descriptive research can be used to find out why an event occurred.
• D) Descriptive research can be used to gather information about characteristics of a population.

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Definitions:

Direct Regulation

A method of regulation where government agencies set explicit rules or standards that restrict certain actions or outcomes, often involving monitoring and enforcement.

Positive Externalities

Benefits that a third-party or society gains from a transaction or activity they are not directly involved in.

Third Parties

Entities that are involved in a transaction or relationship but are not the main parties; in economics, often refers to intermediaries or external stakeholders.

LoJacks

A brand name for a stolen vehicle recovery system that allows vehicles to be tracked by police after they are stolen.