The Main Advantage of Direct Assessment Procedures Over Indirect Assessment

question 621

Multiple Choice

The main advantage of direct assessment procedures over indirect assessment procedures is that the former:

• A)are cheaper
• B)can be used to provide information about covert behaviors
• C)are convenient
• D)are likely to be more accurate

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