Researchers turn to correlational studies when

a. large groups of participants are involved.
b. they are certain that participants can remember accurately what happened to them earlier.
c. variables of interest cannot be altered by the researchers.
d. communication with participants may be a problem.
e. their hypotheses are causal in nature.


c. variables of interest cannot be altered by the researchers.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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