Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 8th Edition

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1133956572
ISBN 13: 978-1-13395-657-0

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Statistics - Problems - Page 33: 8

Answer

In an experimental study, the researcher must have control over the independent variable and manipulate its levels for different research groups. In this case, the researchers are not controlling the income levels of the women in the study (the independent variable). Therefore, this study is a non-experimental study.

Work Step by Step

In an experimental study, the researcher must have control over the independent variable and manipulate its levels for different research groups. In this case, the researchers are not controlling the income levels of the women in the study (the independent variable). Therefore, this study is a non-experimental study.
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