What type of research study can you complete?

If you have a family member that has Alzheimer's, then it is a genetic disorder.

• Survey

• Longitudinal Study

• Experiment

• Naturalistic Observation

As the temperature in Chicago rises above 60 degrees, there is more crime.

• Survey

• Longitudinal Case Study

• Naturalistic Observation of Data

• Experiment

• Correlational Study

Answer explanation

A longitudinal case study of a city & observation of data are the only ways to show a correlation. You can't really ask questions of anyone about this. You can't manipulate the temperature.

I predict that practicing Yoga at least two times a week decreases back pain.

• Survey

• Cross-Sectional Case Study

• Experiment

• Naturalistic Observation

Answer explanation

You can ask questions and have people rate themselves.

You can do an experiment with two groups. Once that exercies and one that does not and then they rate themselves on their pain.

Moderate exercise 2-3 times a week, increases mood.

• Survey

• Case Study

• Experiment

• Naturalistic Observation

If children watch violent T.V. or play violent video games, they are more likely to get detentions in school.

• Survey

• Case Study

• Naturalistic Observation

• Experiment