Which of the Following Statements About Correlational Research Is True

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about correlational research is true?

• A) The results of correlational research are generally more accurate than the results of experimental research.
• B) Correlational research can, under some conditions, indicate causality.
• C) A researcher can never conclude from correlational research that one variable causes another.
• D) The most important criterion for determining causality is the time precedence of the cause.

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Definitions:

Central Route

A method of persuasion that involves deeply processing the content of a message, considering its arguments and evidence.

Peripheral Route

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues rather than the message's substantive aspects, as outlined in the Elaboration Likelihood Model of persuasion.

Scientific Data

Information collected through systematic observation or experimentation, used to validate or refute hypotheses.

Elaboration Likelihood Model

The idea that an individual’s thoughts about a persuasive message (rather than the message itself) determine whether attitude change will occur.