Which of the Following Research Methods Permits Inferences About Cause-And-Effect

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following research methods permits inferences about cause-and-effect relationships?

• A) structured interview
• B) naturalistic observation
• C) experimental design
• D) correlational study

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Definitions:

Personality

A mix of properties or features that define a person's individual nature.

Walter Mischel

A psychologist known for his work on personality theory and cognitive-affective models, including the concept of self-control as demonstrated in the Marshmallow Test.

Sigmund Freud

An Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for treating psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst.

Situationism

A theory in psychology that suggests human behavior is largely determined by situational factors, rather than internal traits.