Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Experimental Designs

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of experimental designs?

• A) They cannot normally be conducted to study groups.
• B) There are some variables that cannot be experimentally manipulated.
• C) They do not allow the researcher to make statements about causality.
• D) The measures that they use may be invalid.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Stage

The first stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, from birth to about 2 years of age, where infants learn about the world through their sensory impressions and motor activities.

Concrete Operational

A stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development during which children (ages 7-12 approximately) gain a better understanding of mental operations, leading to more logical thoughts about concrete events.

Formal Operational

The stage of cognitive development, according to Piaget, where individuals can think abstractly and systematically.

Assimilation

The cognitive process of fitting new information into pre-existing cognitive schemas, perceptions, and understanding.