In what way are studies involving meta-analysis and secondary analysis similar?
A) Causality is easily determined.
B) The researcher does not directly collect the data.
C) There is maximal opportunity to manipulate the variables.
D) Issues of maturation and mortality are heightened as threats to internal validity.

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Correct B: In meta-analysis and secondary analysis,the researcher is analyzing previously collected data.
Incorrect A: Causality is determined only by quasi-experimental and experimental design.
Incorrect C: Manipulation of variables does not occur in meta-analysis and secondary analysis.
Incorrect D: Maturation and mortality are not threats to meta-analysis and secondary analysis because data were already collected in the past.

In What Way Are Studies Involving Meta-Analysis and Secondary Analysis