Which of the following is most likely to be studied using a correlational study?
A) the effect of study strategy on recall
B) the effect of traumatic childhood experiences on adult depression
C) the effect of noise level on mental concentration
D) the effect of wearing glasses on how attractive people are perceived to be

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Correlational studies are used to investigate the relationship between two variables. Option B involves studying the relationship between two variables (traumatic childhood experiences and adult depression) and therefore is most likely to be studied using a correlational study. Options A, C, and D involve manipulating or observing the effects of one variable on another, which are better suited for experimental studies.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Be Studied