The only way psychologists can establish cause-and-effect relationships through research is by carrying out a(n)_____.
A)correlational research
B)survey research
C)experiment
D)survey

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Only experiments can establish cause-and-effect relationships through manipulating an independent variable and measuring its effect on a dependent variable. Correlational and survey research do not involve manipulation of variables and therefore cannot establish causation.

The Only Way Psychologists Can Establish Cause-And-Effect Relationships Through Research