Which of the following is an example of nonexperimental research?
A) A researcher manipulates how students are taught statistic and then looks at the performance differences on a posttest
B) A researcher manipulates how students are taught to solve word problems and compares math performance on a test
C) A researcher looks at the correlation between reading speed and reading comprehension
D) A researcher assigns students with ADHD to one of two drug treatment groups and examines the impact of the drug conditions on ADHD symptoms

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Nonexperimental research involves observing and measuring variables without manipulating them. In option C, the researcher is examining the correlation between two variables without any manipulation, making it nonexperimental.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Nonexperimental Research