A causal relationship can only be inferred by using which type of research?

A.
Relational research

B.
Descriptive research

C.
Causal research

D.
Experimental research

1 answer

C. Causal research

Causal research, also known as explanatory research, is specifically designed to identify and establish cause-and-effect relationships between variables. Experimental research is a type of causal research that often involves manipulating one variable to see the effect on another. However, causal research is the broader category that includes various designs that aim to infer causal relationships.