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Bernana

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If a researcher wishes to describe variables and to examine many relationships in a study, which type of study design will the researcher employ?
 
  a. Correlational
  b. Descriptive
  c. Descriptive correlational
  d. Descriptive cross-sectional

Question 2

Which statement is true about a descriptive study design?
 
  a. It is not possible to operationally define variables in this type of study.
  b. Sample selection and size cannot be controlled in descriptive studies.
  c. This type of design is used to identify problems occurring in practice.
  d. Variables may be manipulated to avoid bias in this type of study.


Sassygurl126

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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