The only research design that allows one to make cause-effect inferences is the ________ design.
A)case study
B)correlational
C)experimental
D)naturalistic observation

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The experimental design is the only research design that allows one to manipulate and control an independent variable while observing the effects on a dependent variable, therefore allowing cause-effect inferences to be made. The other designs (case study, correlational, naturalistic observation) do not involve manipulation of variables and are unable to establish causation.

The Only Research Design That Allows One to Make Cause-Effect