In contrast to experimental research, causal-comparative studies generally
A) randomly assign participants.
B) can establish causation.
C) do not manipulate independent variables.
D) examine relationships between two variables.

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Causal-comparative studies, also known as quasi-experimental studies, do not manipulate independent variables. Instead, they compare groups that already exist and look for differences in the dependent variable. They cannot establish causation as there may be other variables at play that could explain the differences observed. Random assignment is typically not used in causal-comparative studies.

In Contrast to Experimental Research, Causal-Comparative Studies Generally