A counselor obtains SAT averages for incoming freshmen each year for a period covering 14 years, with the objective of determining the relationship between the SAT score and the year the test was
Given. The averages are then subjected to analysis for the purpose of drawing a conclusion
Regarding a trend. Determine whether the study is observational or designed.
A)designed
B)observational

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The study is observational because it involves collecting data without manipulating any variables, simply observing and recording the SAT scores as they naturally occur over the 14-year period.

A Counselor Obtains SAT Averages for Incoming Freshmen Each Year