Aresearcher was interested in determining whether her students' test performance could be predicted from their proximity to the front of the classroom. so she matched her students' scores on a math test with their seating position. this study is an example of

This study is an example of  "correlational research."

Correlational research is a sort of non-experimental research technique, in which a specialist estimates two factors, comprehends and evaluate the measurable connection between them with no impact from any unessential variable.  

Correlational research is searching for factors that appear to interface with one another so when you see one variable transforming, you have a reasonable thought how the other variable will change.

answer; i believe the correct answer is enlightenment;