A researcher is interested in finding out which multivitamins are most widely used by Americans. He randomly samples 3,188 individuals, collecting and recording information about their multivitamin use. Which of the following accurately identifies the study design used here?(1 point)

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experimental study
experimental study

survey
survey

There is insufficient information to answer the question.
There is insufficient information to answer the question.

observational study
observational study
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Answer 1

The correct response is survey.

In this scenario, the researcher is collecting information about multivitamin use from a sample of individuals, which aligns with a survey design. The individuals are not being manipulated or assigned to different treatments, which would be characteristic of an experimental study. Therefore, the appropriate classification for this study is a survey.