Observational Studies vs. Experiments
Students distinguish between observational studies and randomized experiments. They explore the concept of confounding variables and why only well-designed experiments can establish causation.
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Students distinguish between observational studies and randomized experiments. They explore the concept of confounding variables and why only well-designed experiments can establish causation.
Key Questions
- What is the fundamental difference between an observational study and an experiment?
- What is a confounding variable?
- Why is random assignment critical in establishing cause and effect?
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