Which of the Following Is NOT a Disadvantage of Using

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of using interviews to conduct social research?

• A) Interviewees are allowed to speak in their own words.
• B) Interviewees are not always truthful.
• C) Interviewees can be difficult to talk to.
• D) Interviews are time consuming.
• E) It can be difficult to generalize from interviews because the sample size is usually small.

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Definitions:

Allport

Gordon Allport was a pioneering psychologist who focused on the study of personality and individual traits, introducing the concept of personal dispositions.

Theorists

Theorists are individuals who originate, develop, or utilizes theories across various disciplines, providing a systematic set of ideas to explain certain phenomena.

Cardinal Traits

Dominant personality traits identified by psychologist Gordon Allport, which define an individual’s overall behavior and are central to their personality.

Central Traits

Essential attributes that constitute a major part of a person's personality, around which their personality is organized.