Which of the Following Can Be a Significant Problem for Correlational

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be a significant problem for correlational studies?

• A) It is nearly impossible to find an effect in most studies.
• B) It can be hard to tell which factor is causing the other.
• C) Demand characteristics can be a significant problem.
• D) Placebo effects can be a significant problem.

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