What Is One Criticism of an Experimental Research Design

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is one criticism of an experimental research design?

• A) It lacks internal validity.
• B) It is conducted under artificial conditions.
• C) It is too expensive.
• D) It frequently results in harm to human subjects.

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Definitions:

Scientifically Tested

Evaluating hypotheses, theories, or products through rigorous and structured experimentation or methods to determine their validity or efficacy.

Formal Operational

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where individuals begin to think logically about abstract concepts.

Systematically Analyze

To examine something methodically and in detail, usually for the purpose of explanation and interpretation, often applying logical and standardized procedures.

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities such as thinking, reasoning, and understanding over the course of a human life.