In social work research it may be difficult to study causal relationships. Codes of ethics and professional values tend to make it difficult to withhold treatments, which in-turn makes it difficult to form control groups in research. Which item is not a condition that must be met for claiming a causal relationship?

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All of the conditions listed are necessary for claiming a causal relationship except for reliable measures. While reliable measures are important for ensuring accurate data, they do not directly relate to establishing causality.

In Social Work Research It May Be Difficult to Study