What Is a Disadvantage of Correlational Research

question 80

Multiple Choice

What is a disadvantage of correlational research?

• A) The results cannot be generalizable to a larger group of people.
• B) It is difficult to get informed consent.
• C) It provides no information about causation.
• D) It is the most time-consuming of all research methods.

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