Which Statement Best Describes the Potential Uses of Descriptive Research

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the potential uses of descriptive research?

A) Descriptive research can be used to estimate proportions, describe characteristics, and make specific predictions.
B) Descriptive research can be used to estimate proportions, generate beginning hypotheses, and ascribe causes.
C) Descriptive research can be used to establish cause and effect, make specific predictions, and describe characteristics.
D) Descriptive research can be used to describe characteristics, estimate proportions, and manipulate independent variables.
E) Descriptive research can be used to generate beginning hypotheses, manipulate independent variables, and make specific predictions.