All of the Following Are Weaknesses of the Case Study

question 44

Multiple Choice

All of the following are weaknesses of the case study method EXCEPT:

• A) It is difficult to generalize the results to other people.
• B) The researcher cannot establish cause-and-effect relationships.
• C) The individual under investigation may not be representative of others within the same population.
• D) Too many extraneous variables are controlled.

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

The ability to enforce compliance or obedience through the threat of punishment or use of force.

Prisoner Disobedience

Acts by inmates that go against the rules and regulations of a prison facility, which can range from non-violent protest to outright rebellion.

Inmate Perceptions

The beliefs, attitudes, and views held by individuals incarcerated in prisons or jails about their environment, treatment, and prospects.

Head Counts

A method of quantifying individuals present in a given scenario, often used for attendance, population assessments, or in emergency situations to ensure all individuals are accounted for.