Why Are Correlational Research Designs Often Used in Abnormal Psychology

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Multiple Choice

Why are correlational research designs often used in abnormal psychology?

• A) They are best at determining cause and effect.
• B) They are the most useful for comparing groups.
• C) They give in-depth descriptions of the disorder being studied.
• D) It is often unethical or impossible to directly manipulate the variables involved in abnormal psychology.

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