Asked by Zennia Arslan on Sep 27, 2024

What research method is being used if a researcher manipulates a variable under carefully controlled conditions and observes whether any changes occur in a second variable

A)  correlational method
B)  descriptive method 
C)  experimental method
D)  observational method

Experimental Method

A research method involving the manipulation of variables to determine cause and effect relationships.

Correlational Method

A research method that examines the relationship between two or more variables to determine if a statistical relationship exists.

Variables

factors or conditions that can change or vary within an experiment or study, potentially impacting the results.

  • Characterize the distinct classifications of variables (independent, dependent, extraneous) in a research environment.
  • Outline the sequence of actions in the scientific method and how they are applied in research contexts.