Which of the Following Could Be Considered a Major Challenge

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be considered a major challenge faced by political scientists in their use of the comparative method?

• A) tendency of researchers to focus on too broad a geographic area
• B) difficulty in choosing from among a large number of comparable cases
• C) general reluctance to look at historical factors
• D) difficulty in controlling variables

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Definitions:

APS

A generic term potentially referring to various organizations or concepts; without specific context, a precise definition cannot be provided. If referring to economic terms, it might be erroneous or too vague without further context.

Disposable Income

Disposable income is essentially the finance available for individuals or families to save or expend after all income tax charges have been subtracted.

Autonomous Consumption

Consumer spending that does not depend on current income, influenced instead by factors like wealth and basic needs.

Autonomous Consumption

The level of consumption that occurs when income is zero, representing the expenditures needed to meet basic needs.