Of the following, which illustrates a causal-comparative study?
A) What is the typical classroom structure in a secondary mathematics classroom?
B) Is there a relationship between teachers' instructional style and classroom physical structure?
C) Are there differences in learners' mathematics achievement between classrooms that are structured with desks in rows or in small groups?
D) What are the notetaking behaviors of college students in lecture seating?

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A causal-comparative study compares two groups that already exist and examines potential causes for differences between them. In this case, the study compares the achievement of students in two different classroom structures, which is an example of a causal-comparative design. The other options are not causal-comparative studies.

Of the Following, Which Illustrates a Causal-Comparative Study