Section 2
Types of Research Studies
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Descriptive Research
Descriptive research refers to the measurement of behaviors and attributes through observation rather than through experimental testing.
Correlational Research
Correlational research can be used to see if two variables are related and to make predictions based on this relationship.
Experimental Research
Experimental research tests a hypothesis and establishes causation by using independent and dependent variables in a controlled environment.