Which of the Following Is a Weakness Associated with Longitudinal

question 335

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a weakness associated with longitudinal research?

• A) It cannot measure the stability of behavior.
• B) Cultural experiences cannot be controlled.
• C) It costs a lot in terms of time and money.
• D) Historical influence cannot be controlled.

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