A clinical nurse specialist is participating in a journal club. The discussion focuses on a research study that used an “experimental design.” What is a defining characteristic of an experimental design?
A.
The researcher does not manipulate any variables.
B.
The researcher observes participants in their natural environment.
C.
The researcher manipulates an independent variable and randomly assigns participants to groups.
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D.
The researcher conducts in-depth interviews.
📖 Additional Information
The researcher does not manipulate any variables.
The researcher observes participants in their natural environment.
The researcher manipulates an independent variable and randomly assigns participants to groups.
