When would a quasi-experimental research design be preferable to an experimental design?
A) When a smaller sample size is sufficient to obtain significant results
B) When it is needed to establish cause-and-effect relationships
C) When descriptive statistics are adequate to analyze the data
D) When there is a need to adapt to real-world settings

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Correct D: Quasi-experimental studies are more adaptable to real-world settings,where randomization is difficult or impossible.
Incorrect A: Sample size is determined by power analysis rather than design.
Incorrect B: Quasi-experimental designs are not as strong as experimental designs.
Incorrect C: Descriptive statistics can be used for both quasi-experimental and experimental studies.

When Would a Quasi-Experimental Research Design Be Preferable to an Experimental