Which of the Following Is an Advantage of Studies That

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of studies that use a longitudinal or prospective design?

• A) The data obtained are focused and deep.
• B) The study overall is more manageable for the researcher.
• C) The issue of maturation as a threat to internal validity is avoided in this design.
• D) This design does not require the use of tools or instrumentation.

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Definitions:

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition that exists when a person feels inferior to others in some way, leading to lowered self-esteem and confidence.

Weak Superego

A term in Freudian psychoanalysis referring to an underdeveloped superego, which results in difficulty controlling impulses and adhering to societal norms and morals.

Reality Principle

In psychoanalytic theory, it is the counterbalance to the pleasure principle, guiding behavior to consider the external world and act in realistic ways.

Self-Serving Bias

A readiness to perceive oneself favorably.