If a researcher were interested in studying how one variable relates to another, what research approach would they likely use?

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Correlational studies aim to identify relationships between variables by measuring the degree of association between them. This approach would be appropriate for a researcher interested in studying how one variable relates to another.

Answer: B) An experimental study 
 Experimental studies involve manipulating one variable to observe its effect on another variable. This approach is used to establish cause-and-effect relationships, but may not be the best choice if the researcher simply wants to study how one variable relates to another without manipulating anything.

Answer: D) An independent variable 
 The independent variable is the variable that is being manipulated by the researcher in an experimental study in order to observe its effect on the dependent variable. This would not be the best choice for a researcher who simply wants to study how one variable relates to another without manipulating anything.

Choice C (case study) is not mentioned as an option, but it would not be the best choice for a researcher interested in studying how one variable relates to another, as case studies typically focus on a single individual or event rather than exploring relationships between variables.

If a Researcher Were Interested in Studying How One Variable