A researcher wished to study the relationship between high school grades and college grades. Of the following research methods, which would be the most appropriate?
a) case study
b) correlation
c) experiment
d) survey
ANS: B, If a study of the relationship between two variables, neither of which can be manipulated, is desired, then the best approach would be a correlational study.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)