Which of the following is the difference between intensive single-subject designs and single-subject experimental designs?

A) In intensive single-subject designs, researchers use qualitative data, whereas in single-subject experimental designs, researchers use qualitative as well as quantitative data.
B) Intensive single-subject designs involve single observations, whereas single-subject experimental designs involve multiple observations.
C) Intensive single-subject designs are primarily used to test a theory or discover new information, whereas single-subject experimental designs are only used to establish relationships between variables.
D) In intensive single-subject designs, the independent variable is observed, whereas in single-subject experimental designs, the independent variable is manipulated.

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Zybrea Knight · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The main difference between intensive single-subject designs and single-subject experimental designs is the manipulation of the independent variable. In intensive single-subject designs, the independent variable is only observed, while in single-subject experimental designs, the independent variable is manipulated. Option A is incorrect because both designs can use qualitative and quantitative data. Option B is incorrect since both designs can involve multiple observations. Option C is incorrect because both designs can be used to test a theory or establish relationships between variables.

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