One of the Most Significant Limitations of Early Self-Report Surveys

question 54

Multiple Choice

One of the most significant limitations of early self-report surveys has been ______.

• A) their focus on minor delinquency and status offenses
• B) their focus on serious forms of delinquency
• C) their focus on drug use and attitudes
• D) their focus on sexual habits and attitudes

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98th Percentile

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