Perhaps the Greatest Disadvantage or Limitation Associated with Correlational Research

question 58

Multiple Choice

Perhaps the greatest disadvantage or limitation associated with correlational research is:

• A)The inability to look at important variables such as maturational effects on behavior
• B)Its insensitivity to ethical concerns
• C)The inability to control events and isolate cause and effect relations
• D)The fact these methods usually focus attention too narrowly on a single variable

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Definitions:

Same Work

Performing identical tasks or duties as others, often in the context of fairness or job roles.

Psychological Empowerment

A state in which individuals feel a sense of control over their work, perceive their work as meaningful, and believe they can perform competently.

Personal Fulfillment

A sense of satisfaction and achievement derived from pursuing and realizing one’s own goals, desires, or potentials.

Self-Determination

A theory of motivation that holds individuals have innate psychological needs that are the basis for self-motivation and personality integration.