Which of the Following Types of Experimental Designs Would Be

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of experimental designs would be strongest for establishing cause and effect?

• A)Time series
• B)Static-group comparison
• C)Matched comparison group
• D)Randomized posttest control group
• E)One group pretest-posttest

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Definitions:

Artificial Selection

The process by which humans breed plants and animals for particular genetic traits, often leading to dramatic changes in morphology, physiology, and behavior over relatively short time periods.

Brassica Oleracea

A species of plant that includes a variety of vegetables, such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and Brussels sprouts, due to selective breeding.

Plant Organ

A specialized part of a plant, such as roots, stems, leaves, or flowers, that performs a particular function necessary for the plant's life.

Gall Sizes

Variations in the size of plant galls, which are growths induced by organisms like insects as a habitat and food source.