What Is the First Question That Should Be Asked in Determining

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Multiple Choice

What is the first question that should be asked in determining whether an experimental design or a nonexperimental design should be used in a quantitative study?

• A) Is there an independent variable?
• B) What is the nature of the problem being studied?
• C) Will a measurement tool or instrument be needed?
• D) Can statistical analysis be applied to the study data?

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