In Contrast to Experimental Research, Causal-Comparative Studies Generally

question 33

Multiple Choice

In contrast to experimental research, causal-comparative studies generally

• A) randomly assign participants.
• B) can establish causation.
• C) do not manipulate independent variables.
• D) examine relationships between two variables.

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