Two temptations common when drawing conclusions from quasi-experimental research are the temptation to draw causal conclusions and the temptation to _____
a. state a correlation
b. repeat the experiment in a real world setting
c. apply the results to solve real world problems
d. add control groups after the fact
C
Applying results to real world problems prematurely is unwarranted because the lack of internal validity in quasi-experimental research also reduces its external validity.
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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descent. transition. the second stage. the third stage.
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d. stretching out to expose surface area, minimizing heat loss.