Which the Following Is a Weakness of Historical-Comparative Research

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which the following is a weakness of historical-comparative research?

• A) It exposes weaknesses in research design.
• B) It helps researchers examine aspects of social life that are general across units.
• C) It raises new questions and stimulates theory.
• D) It is often based on a small number of cases.

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Definitions:

Positive Relationship

A positive relationship in economics indicates that an increase in one variable is associated with an increase in another variable.

Cartesian Coordinate System

A coordinate system that specifies each point uniquely in a plane by a set of numerical coordinates, which are the distances to the point from two perpendicular directed lines.

Variable

An element, feature, or factor that is likely to vary or change; in scientific experiments, the characteristic that is tested to observe its effects.

Time

A measurable period during which events occur, processes take place, or conditions exist.