The purpose of the correlational research strategy is, two or more variables are measured to obtain a set of scores (usually two scores) for each individual. The measurements are then examined to identify any patterns of relationship that exist between the variables and to measure the strength of the relationship (Gravetter, Forzano 2016), p. 349.
Note that a correlational study is not trying to explain the relationship. To accomplish its goal, a correlational study does not involve manipulating, controlling, or interfering with variables. Instead, the researcher then looks for a relationship with the set of scores (Gravetter, Forzano 2016), p. 350.
Descriptive research typically involves measuring a variable or set of variables as the exist
Note that a correlational study is not trying to explain the relationship. To accomplish its goal, a correlational study does not involve manipulating, controlling, or interfering with variables. Instead, the researcher then looks for a relationship with the set of scores (Gravetter, Forzano 2016), p. 350.
Descriptive research typically involves measuring a variable or set of variables as the exist