Why Would a Nurse Researcher Choose to Use Research Studies

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why would a nurse researcher choose to use research studies that examine the associations or relationships between variables?

• A) A causal relationship can be determined between the variables.
• B) Greater manipulation of the variables is possible in this type of study.
• C) Randomization of participants allows for increased generalizability.
• D) There is application in clinical settings and a foundation for future experimental studies.

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