Which of the Following Is True of Correlational Studies

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of correlational studies?

• A) They examine causal relationships between variables
• B) They examine the relationship between two or more variables
• C) They often involve single subject designs
• D) They focus on one primary variable of interest

Understand different therapeutic approaches and their appropriateness for various psychological issues.

Recognize the principles of operant and classical conditioning as they apply to therapeutic contexts.

Identify the use of systematic desensitization in treating phobias and its methodology.

Distinguish between therapies based on operant conditioning, such as token economies, and those based on classical conditioning.

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Late Adolescent

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