A study to determine the degree of relationship between two events called: ___________?

Correct answer: B. the correlational method

  • A. naturalistic observation.
  • B. the correlational method
  • C. a controlled experiment.
  • D. the survey method

Explanation

The correlational method measures the degree and direction of relationship between two variables or events. It can show association but, unlike a controlled experiment, does not by itself establish causation.

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