Which of the following best describes the conclusions that can be drawn from a quasi-experiment?
A) The researcher can make moderate claims that one variable causes an effect in another
B) The researcher can make strong claims that the results will apply to the general population
C) The researcher can make strong claims that one variable causes an effect in another
D) The researcher can make no claims about one variable causing an effect in another

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In a quasi-experiment, the researcher can make moderate claims about causality because the study lacks random assignment, which limits the ability to establish a strong causal relationship. However, some level of causal inference can still be made based on the design and control of confounding variables.

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