Although Causality Is Difficult to Determine, Which Scientific Method Most

question 53

Multiple Choice

Although causality is difficult to determine, which scientific method most strongly yields evidence for cause and effect relationships?

• A) Correlational study
• B) Experimental design
• C) Ex post facto design
• D) Descriptive research

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Definitions:

Neonate

Newborn.

Fetus

A developing mammal or human from the completion of its embryonic stage, specifically in humans from the ninth week after fertilization until birth.

Ovulation

The phase in the female menstrual cycle during which a mature egg is released from the ovary, making it available for fertilization.

Cleavage

The process of cell division in the very early embryo that leads to the formation of the blastula.