Question

question 1-11 the fossil remains of giant sloths were discovered by charles darwin. to determine if the giant sloths were related to modern - day sloths, he conducted an observational investigation. which statement below explains why he would choose an observational investigation? it allowed him to evaluate evidence to determine a control group it allowed him to gather data from the natural world without affecting it it allowed him to use qualitative data collected to support his hypothesis it allowed him to examine relationships by testing different variables in a controlled environment

Explanation:

An observational investigation allows gathering data from the natural world without manipulating variables or having a control group. This is what Darwin would have done to study the relationship between giant sloth fossils and modern - day sloths. He would have observed and collected data in their natural context.

Answer:

It allowed him to gather data from the natural world without affecting it.