Which of the following statements represents a major difference between experimental methods and descriptive methods?

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Experimental methods involve manipulation of variables and controlling potential third variables to establish cause-and-effect relationships, while descriptive methods do not. Therefore, option C represents a major difference between the two methods. Option A is incorrect because experimental methods do involve manipulation of variables. Option B is incorrect because controlling potential third variables is a crucial component of experimental methods. Option D is incorrect because only descriptive methods do not involve manipulation of variables or controlling potential third variables.

Which of the Following Statements Represents a Major Difference Between