The rationale of the quasi-experimental design is:
A) the approximation of the experimental design under conditions which experimentation is not possible
B) to study the parameters of racial discrimination
C) to study the effect of employer type on employees
D) to conduct studies on exceptionally large samples

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The quasi-experimental design is used when a true experimental design is not possible due to ethical, logistical, or practical reasons. It attempts to mimic the experimental design by using similar methods such as pre and post-test measures, control groups, and manipulation of the independent variable. Therefore, the correct answer is A. B and C refer to specific topics that can be studied using quasi-experimental design, but they are not the rationale of this design. D is not a valid explanation because the size of the sample is not the primary consideration for the use of quasi-experimental design.

The Rationale of the Quasi-Experimental Design Is