A Disadvantage of the Survey Method of Research Is That

question 75

Multiple Choice

A disadvantage of the survey method of research is that:

• A) findings are less likely to generalize to the larger population than with other research methods.
• B) they tend to be significantly more expensive to conduct than other research methods.
• C) nonresponse rates can be high, and subjects may still distort their responses.
• D) they provide information on a very limited sample of subjects.

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