A survey that reports the average income of all citizens in Washington, D.C. is most likely an example of
A) correlational research.
B) descriptive research.
C) naturalistic observation.
D) experimental research.

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Descriptive research is used to describe characteristics of a population or phenomenon being studied. The survey reporting the average income of all citizens in Washington, D.C. fits this description as it aims to describe a specific aspect (average income) of the population in that area without manipulating any variables or establishing cause-and-effect relationships.

A Survey That Reports the Average Income of All Citizens