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Chapter 6 Research Methods - Correlations Flashcards

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Correlations - Types?

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Positive, negative & zero.

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Correlations - Difference between correlations & experiments?

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No manipulation of variables, no cause & effect.

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Evaluation of correlations - Strengths?

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  • Useful starting point.
  • Quick & economical, using secondary data.
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Evaluation of correlations - Limitations?

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  • Can’t demonstrate cause & effect.
  • Intervening variables.
  • May be misinterpreted.
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