Experimental Research, as Opposed to Nonexperimental Research, Allows Us to Make

Multiple Choice

Experimental research, as opposed to nonexperimental research, allows us to make statements about cause- and-effect relationships. Why is this so?

A) Experimental research involves studying only how two variables covary.
B) Experimental research uses statistical analysis.
C) In experimental research, we can observe the effects of manipulating variables under controlled conditions.
D) Experimental research uses objective observations.