Limitation of Correlational Research

Medium Unit 1: Scientific Foundations Research Methods

In psychological research, different methodologies are utilized to ensure the validity and reliability of findings. One critical aspect of any research method is understanding the difference between correlation and causation. Researchers often utilize correlational studies to explore the relationships between variables, but these studies do not imply that one variable causes changes in another. Which of the following statements best illustrates a key limitation of correlational research compared to experimental research?

Correlational research can easily establish cause-and-effect relationships.

Correlational research often involves random assignment to different groups.

Correlational research does not control for confounding variables.

Correlational research requires a large sample size for accuracy.

Correlational research is always conducted in a laboratory setting.

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