The only difference between the experimental and correlational methods is that in the experimental method the presumed causal variable is ________, whereas in the correlational method the same variable is ________.

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In the experimental method, the presumed causal variable is manipulated, meaning that the researcher actively changes or controls this variable. In contrast, in the correlational method, the same variable is only measured, meaning that the researcher does not actively manipulate the variable but simply observes and measures its relationship with other variables. This is why the correct answer is (C) manipulated; measured.

The Only Difference Between the Experimental and Correlational Methods Is