Correlational Studies

What types of correlation can exist between variables?

• Positive, negative, or no correlation

• Only positive correlation

• Only negative correlation

• Only no correlation.

What is a characteristic of correlational research?

• It involves manipulating variables

• It involves observing relationships without manipulation

• It involves assigning participants to different conditions

• It involves conducting experiments

In correlational research, what is the role of the researcher regarding variables?

• To manipulate them

• To observe them

• To ignore them

• To assign them

What do correlational studies measure?

• Causality

• Variables to examine relationships

• Independent variables

• Extraneous variables

Which study type involves manipulation of variables?

• Correlational studies

• Experimental studies

• Observational studies

• None of the above.

What is the main limitation of correlational studies?

• They can infer causality

• They cannot establish cause and effect

• They manipulate variables

• They control extraneous variables.

Which study type is best for examining relationships without manipulation?

• Experimental studies

• Correlational studies

• Both A and B

• None of the above.

Which type of relationship involves variables that change together up to a certain point and then change inversely?

• Linear relationship

• Curvilinear relationship

• Exponential relationship

• Constant relationship

What statistical process is used to determine the line-of-best fit?

• Regression analysis

• Mean calculation

• Mode analysis

• Median calculation

What type of approach are correlational studies considered to be in studying behavior?

• Qualitative

• Quantitative

• Experimental

• Observational