Psychology GCSE
Correlational research
What Correlational research means in Psychology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Correlational research
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A design that shows a relationship but cannot establish cause and effect, as noted in the evaluation of the study.
Topics that use Correlational research
- Topic 7: The self - 7.2 Studies (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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