Susan Solomon Used an Observational Study Because

question 30

Multiple Choice

Susan Solomon used an observational study because:

• A) the atmosphere is far too vast and complex to bring into the lab and manipulate in a controlled experimental study.
• B) the use of human subjects is not legal in this country.
• C) she didn't use an observational study, she used an experimental study.
• D) her research was intended as a reconnaissance mission, and she later followed up with an experimental study.
• E) there is no such thing as an experimental study; she used the only type of study that can be used: an observational study.

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