Sometimes a nonexperimental study has more _______ validity than a corresponding laboratory study, despite the more limited control
A) External
B) Internal
C) Construct
D) Concurrent

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Nonexperimental studies, such as observational studies, often have higher external validity because they occur in real-life situations and have greater ecological validity. However, laboratory studies have higher internal validity because the researcher has greater control over the variables being studied. Therefore, A is the best choice as nonexperimental studies can have higher external validity even though they have less control over variables.

Sometimes a Nonexperimental Study Has More _______ Validity Than a Corresponding