A researcher describes a study as a descriptive study. Which of the following would typically be part of the research methodology for the study?
a. Finding a representative sample
b. Describing a causal effect between the variables
c. Identifying the control group
d. Planning the intervention
ANS: A
A representative sample is part of a descriptive design.
The primary intent of a descriptive study is to describe or explain phenomena of interest.
A descriptive study has no control group or intervention.
A descriptive study has no control group or intervention.
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