Which of the Following Is the Primary Limitation of Using

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the primary limitation of using correlational research methods?

• A) ​They are most susceptible to the double-blind error effect.
• B) ​They only use one research participant, which limits their generalizability.
• C) ​They make it impossible to operationalize variables.
• D) ​They do not allow for conclusions about cause-and-effect relationships.

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Definitions:

Matching Hypothesis

The theory that individuals are more likely to form and sustain relationships with others who are similar to them in physical attractiveness and other traits.

Physically Attractive

Characteristics or features of a person that are aesthetically pleasing or beautiful to others, often influencing social perceptions and interactions.

Board of Trustees

A group of individuals vested with the responsibility to manage and oversee the operations and affairs of an institution or organization.

Group Polarisation

The tendency for a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members, often after group discussions.