Causal comparative and experimental research both
A) examine differences between groups.
B) manipulate the independent variable(s) in the study.
C) assign participants to conditions.
D) have the same ethical considerations when considering independent variables.

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Both causal comparative and experimental research are used to examine differences between groups. While experimental research manipulates the independent variable(s) in the study and assigns participants to conditions, causal comparative research does not manipulate any variables and only compares pre-existing groups. Additionally, while both types of research have ethical considerations, the considerations may differ depending on the nature of the study and the variables being studied.

Causal Comparative and Experimental Research Both